Director of Nursing

New Vista KY; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Louisville is seeking a compassionate and mission-driven Director of Nursing to oversee nursing staff across two facilities. This role involves ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing care delivery, and enhancing team performance through effective leadership and training initiatives. An ideal candidate possesses extensive managerial experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, with a strong focus on improving patient outcomes.

Benefits

Top Tier Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off (220+ hours)

Sign On Bonus Available

Tuition Assistance up to $5,000 per year

401K Retirement savings with up to 5% company match

Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Must possess Bachelor's degree in Nursing and a valid Registered Nurse license.
• 5+ years of managerial experience in the medical field is necessary.
• Experience working with IDD/Mental health population is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing staff and ensure delivery of high-quality patient care.
• Develop and implement nursing policies and manage budgets.
• Participate in the recruitment and skill development of nursing personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor degree in Nursing

Master’s Degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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Benefits

Our employees experience all the benefits of working for a company that values their employees by providing a robust incentive and benefits package:

• Top Tier Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off, (220+ hours) available upon completion of orientation
• Sign On Bonus Avaliable
• Tuition Assistance up to $5,000 per year
• Retirement savings 401K with up to 5% company match
• Employee Assistance, Wellness, Perks and More!
  
  

Location

Hazelwood ICF, 1800 Old Bluegrass Ave, Louisville, KY 40215-1168

Bingham Gardens ICF, 4407 Louise Underwood Way, Louisville, KY 40216

About The Role

The Director of Nursing of Hazelwood and Bingham Gardens ICF will play a pivotal role in overseeing the nursing staff and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care. This position is responsible for developing and implementing nursing policies and procedures that align with best practices and regulatory standards. The Director will also be tasked with managing budgets, staffing, and resource allocation to optimize operational efficiency. Additionally, this role involves collaborating with other healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Required Education And Experience

• Must possess Bachelor degree in Nursing and a valid Registered Nurse license issued by the Kentucky Board of Nursing or a state Nursing Board in the “Compact State Agreement”.
• 5+ years of managerial experience in the medical field.
  
  

Preferred Education And Experience

• Master’s Degree in related field
• Experience working with IDD / Mental health population.
  
  

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Occasional flex hours, evening and/or weekend work may be required.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provides direct supervision and management, under the supervision of the Facility Director, to the Nursing Department.
• Oversees the construction and utilization of nursing staff at multiple facilities.
• Directs, oversees and evaluates all nursing personnel (registered nurses, LPN etc.).
• Conducts direct observations on first and second shift at least once monthly and third shift at least quarterly.
• Updates and defines job duties of all nursing personnel including Charge Nurse, RN, LPN etc.
• Sets objectives and long-term goals for the Nursing Department.
• Constructs and oversees programs for continuing education, training, and certifications for all nursing staff.
• Works to ensure optimal resident care across shifts.
• Developing and implementing onboarding program for new hires.
• Develops policies, practices, processes, and forms for the Nursing Department, adhering to regulations required for ICF/IID facilities.
• Uses the timekeeping system to monitor and approve direct report’s timecards and time off requests.
• Participates in the recruitment and selection of nursing personnel and assures enough staff are hired.
• Oversees and supervises development and delivery of in-service education to equip nursing staff with sufficient knowledge and skills to provide compassionate, quality care and respect for resident rights.
• Develops positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs in a proactive manner. Promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.
• Participates in daily or weekly management team meetings to discuss resident status, personnel, or resident complaints or concerns.
• Serves on various committees to aid in quality improvement for the facility.
• Ensures compliance with all ICF regulations and all applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Software Skills – Regular use of Microsoft products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint); basic alphanumeric data entry ability needed
• Meets all applicable state contract obligations.
• Learns and follows all relevant policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibility

This position supervises the Nursing Department.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision.

Travel

This position requires up to 25% travel.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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