Director of Nursing (DON)

Naphcare, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 73,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Prescriptions covered day one

401K and Roth

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

NaphCare is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) in Tucson, AZ to lead nursing and support staff at the Arizona Department of Corrections facility. This role partners with medical and mental health teams to deliver high-quality care for incarcerated patients.

You will drive staffing, CQI initiatives, and policy adherence in a secure, dynamic environment, mentoring staff and coordinating resources to ensure safe and effective clinical operations.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted RN license in the state.
• Active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA).
• Three years of clinical and progressive management in correctional or related healthcare.
• Ability to manage staffing matrices and clinical supplies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and coaching of medical staff.
• Knowledge of nursing practice, safety standards, and healthcare laws.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to Code of Conduct.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing and support staff and clinical operations.
• Lead CQI activities and improve quality of care.
• Manage budgets, resources, and staffing schedules.
• Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct.
• Recruit, coach, and mentor staff; address HR challenges.
• Mitigate risks and address health and safety concerns with leadership.

Skills

RN license

BLS/CPR Certification

Staff leadership

Communication skills

HR issue management

Confidentiality & professionalism

Diversity awareness

Job description

Overview

NaphCare is hiring an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to join our team of medical professionals in the Arizona Department of Corrections - Tucson in Tucson, AZ.

Pay rates range from $53.00to$55.00 per hour based on shift, site needs, hire status, and experience.

As a Correctional Director of Nursing (DON), you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical personnel to provide care to the incarcerated individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have a variety of duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical and dental needs.

Responsibilities

The Director of Nursing is instrumental in fostering a positive work environment for all nurses and support staff. You will lead by example and set clear expectations and direction for their work, communicate practice changes, advocate for nursing needs, offer guidance and support, collaborate with other staff members and be involved in recruiting, coaching and mentoring new nursing staff.

The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for overseeing nursing and support staff and clinical operations. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to:

• Collaborating with medical and mental health teams to enhance quality patient care
• Leading Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities
• Managing nursing operations, resources, budgets, and staffing schedules
• Ensuring staff adhere to current and new policies and procedures and company Code of Conduct
• Monitoring staffing needs and helping to recruit new staff
• Conducting educational classes and training staff on new procedures/policies
• Mitigating risks by proactively addressing potential hazards, including dangerous work conditions, health and safety concerns and reporting issues to company leadership and facility management.

Qualifications

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

• Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within the state
• Must possess an active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA required)

• Three years of clinical and progressive management experience in a government or private organization related to comprehensive medical, dental, and mental healthcare services within a correctional healthcare or acute care setting
• Ability to manage complex staffing matrices and clinical supplies
• Excellent communication skills with proven experience leading, managing, and coaching medical staff through complex Human Resource issues and challenges.
• Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

Want a better idea of what it's like to work in a jail?See what our LPNs do:

NaphCare - Life as an RN - YouTube

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