Director of Nursing (DON)

Stryker Corporation; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in correctional healthcare is seeking a dedicated Director of Nursing to oversee nursing operations at a county jail. This role requires a compassionate leader who can ensure high-quality patient care while managing nursing staff and adhering to accreditation standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive clinical experience, preferably in a correctional environment, and will be responsible for developing training programs, coordinating care, and driving quality improvement initiatives. Join a team that values respect, appreciation, and professional growth in a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

401K & Plan Matching

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse with at least 3 years of clinical experience.
• Experience in correctional healthcare and clinical operations management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate nursing activities in correctional settings.
• Evaluate patient care delivery processes and implement improvements.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Patient care management

Quality improvement

Accreditation standards knowledge

Data analysis

Education

Graduate of an Accredited Nursing School

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Healthcare management software

Job description

Join the VitalCore Team in Wisconsin! We’re people fueled by passion, not by profit!

VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Healthcare, has an opening for a Director of Nursing (RN) at Racine County Jail in Racine, Wisconsin! Must be a Registered Nurse.

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

DIRECTOR OF NURSING (RN) BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Annual Incentive Bonus
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

DIRECTOR OF NURSING (RN) POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Nursing (DON) is a supervisory nursing position who works in a correctional setting in which nursing services are required on a 24-hour basis. The DON supervises and coordinates the activities of nursing personnel in one or more patient care units. The DON verifies that patients’ needs are met and evaluates nursing care and patient care unit performance. They participate in the planning of work for assigned units and coordinate activities with other patient units/departments. The DON plans and organizes training for staff members and works in partnership with the Health Services Administrator (HSA), and Regional Leadership to fulfill contractual requirements and achieve operational and clinical performance targets.

DIRECTOR OF NURSING (RN) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / PREFERENCES

• Graduate of an Accredited Nursing School required. Bachelor or Master’s Degree in nursing preferred
• Licensed to practice nursing in the State, board-certified or board-eligible in medicine, and has training and experience providing services to an adult population
• Specialty certification in correctional healthcare is desired (Certified Correctional Health Professional: CCHP, Certified Correctional Health Professional Nurse: CCHP-RN)
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting, with correctional healthcare experience preferred
• Previous clinical operations management experience preferred; previous direct management experience within a correctional health setting desired
• Knowledge of accreditation standards (NCCHC, ACA & state-specific), as well as experience with quality improvement programs and clinical auditing preferred

DIRECTOR OF NURSING (RN) ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Utilizes a systematic approach to meet the health needs of each individual patient
• Provides quality oversight in collaboration with site, regional and corporate leadership.
• Provides clinical supervision to nursing staff. Implements appropriate work structure and processes to accomplish goals for patient care specific to contract requirements and healthcare policy and procedures.
• Assists and supports nursing staff with the provision of patient care. Organizes the delivery of safe, effective, and efficient patient care
• Evaluates patient care delivery processes on a regular, systematic, and frequent basis.
• Provides written reports to regional team and clients as scheduled or requested.
• Effectively uses data to identify performance improvement opportunities, takes action to drive improvement, and monitors progress through ongoing analysis of data and results
• Facilitates the development of site performance improvement plans and monitors site progress and reporting.
• Participates in and contributes to the achievement of the site’s key performance indicators and Clinical Quality Initiatives as directed
• Facilitates the completion of random and scheduled audits to assess site compliance with contractual requirements, accreditation standards, and continuous quality safety improvement (QAPI) opportunities.
• Conducts at minimum annual accreditation readiness audits to assess compliance with standards and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborates with site leadership to implement plans and evaluate the effectiveness of action plans and modifies plan(s) as appropriate
• Anticipates healthcare delivery and contractual issues and deals with potential issues proactively.
• Collaborates with site leadership and clients to meet the goals of the service contract in conjunction with regional leadership.
• Attends and reviews minutes on a regular basis for MAC meetings, Disease Management/Case Review and other healthcare-related site meetings.
• Reinforces and strengthens client satisfaction and related goals
• Participates in the selection process for open site positions.
• Performs ongoing assessment of staff learning needs and facilitates in-service and continuing education for nursing and ancillary personnel to promote professional development and enhance performance
• Provides guidance and direction on state licensure, accreditation and regulatory agency requirements.
• Ensures nursing practice conforms to state licensure, accreditation and regulatory agency requirements in the clinical setting.
• Develops a monthly schedule for nursing staff and nursing support staff to ensure a sufficient number of nursing staff are scheduled on each shift with the appropriate skill level.
• Participates in the monthly Regional DON calls, initiatives and activities. Performs other duties as assigned.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Keywords: Registered Nurse, RN, DON, Director of Nursing

Compensation details: 100000-105000 Yearly Salary