DIRECTOR OF NURSING

Compass Intervention Center; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work environment

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401K with company matching

Student loan refinancing program

Career development opportunities

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Compass Intervention Center in Memphis, TN, seeks a Director of Nursing to lead the hospital's nursing program across Child & Adolescent units. The role focuses on high-quality, compassionate, therapeutic patient care and integration of patient-centered strategies within regulatory guidelines.

Ideal candidate has BSN, 5+ years psychiatric nursing, and 3+ years supervisory experience. Licensure as RN in Tennessee required; PMH certificate preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a BSN.
• Prefer 5 years clinical experience with a psychiatric mental health population.
• 3 years in a supervisory role in an inpatient psychiatric setting.
• Licensure by the Tennessee Board of Nurse Examiners as a Registered Nurse.
• American Nursing Association Psychiatric Mental Health Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the nursing function for the hospital and advise the senior management team.
• Coordinate infection control and staff development initiatives across units.
• Oversee clinical practice and ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Participate in strategic planning and regulatory compliance with Joint Commission standards.

Skills

Leadership

Nursing management

Psychiatric mental health

Regulatory compliance

Infection control coordination

Education

BSN

PMH Certificate (preferred)

Tools

TN Board of Nursing (licensure)

Job description

Responsibilities

Director of Nursing -$10,000 sign-on bonus

The Director of Nursing is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, coordination and evaluation of the Nursing function for the Hospital. This role serves as a member of the senior management team advising on clinical initiatives and leading a comprehensive hospital wide nursing program with a focus on high-quality, compassionate and therapeutic patient care for all patients on the Child & Adolescent Units. The Director of Nursing will integrate and coordinate a patient centric nursing strategy with a keen focus on patient care; ensuring that delivery of high-quality and cost-effective health care is consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Universal Health Services and in accordance with government regulation, licensing and accreditation requirements. The Director of Nursing is responsible for the clinical practice of nursing, coordinating the activities of the facilities infection control program and to assess the facility’s staff development needs in collaboration with directors of varying departments. The Director of Nursing participates in the hospital’s strategic planning, joint commission standards and contributes to the achievement of institutional goals and objectives.

Why join Compass Intervention Center team?

We empower and inspire patients and employees. We are an environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Compass is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families we treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peers and leaders that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career.

Compass Intervention Center is a 108-bed behavioral health hospital located in Memphis, Tennessee. Compass treats children and adolescents that suffer from a wide range of behavioral health diagnoses including, depression, anxiety and substance abuse in a modern and well-appointed facility. Compass Intervention Center offers inpatient, outpatient, and acute treatment.

Qualifications

Requirements/Experience:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a BSN. Prefer 5 years clinical experience with a psychiatric mental health population, 3 years previous clinical supervisory role in an inpatient psychiatric setting and administrative / management experience.

Licensure:

Licensure and registration by the Tennessee Board of Nurse Examiners as a Registered Nurse. American Nursing Association Psychiatric Mental Health Certificate preferred.

Benefits include:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Tuition Assistance

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune500 corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune;in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.’ Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Mission Statement

To provide superior quality healthcare services that: PATIENTS recommend to family and friends, PHYSICIANS prefer for their patients, PURCHASERS select for their clients, EMPLOYEES are proud of, and INVESTORS seek for long-term returns.

Learn more about Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) at: www.uhsinc.com