Director of Nursing (Meridian)

Defining Wellness Centers is seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Nursing to lead our nursing team in providing exceptional care to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Supervise nursing staff
• Oversee nursing training, assignment / orientation of new staff to nursing
• Serve as a mentor for nurses
• Conduct department documentation related to medical services, including but not limited to : MARS, medication disposal, prescription refills, policies & procedures, medical profiles, chart reviews, and incident reports
• Keep up to date on Substance Abuse and Mental Health Evidence-Based Practice Nursing
• Directly, and through subordinate staff, supervise the assessment and monitoring of all newly arrived clients
• Review all medical documentation and conduct regular quality assurance and quality improvement reviews to ensure that all appropriate record-keeping is performed on a timely basis
• Assess and evaluate staff; develop methods to use and enhance strengths and to isolate and minimize weaknesses
• Act as a liaison with families when there is a medical concern
• Conduct medical department meetings
• Manage schedules for all nursing staff
• Ensure Nursing Manual is updated as needed and meets compliance with DMH and The Joint Commission
• Approve all admissions through Pre Decision form before the client is enrolled
• Fill in on shifts that are not covered as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and / or Physician

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (BSN)

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Mississippi (required)

A minimum of one year work experience in management / administration

Preferred two year work experience in substance abuse and / or in an inpatient setting

Job Type : Full-time

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Education :

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience :

Nurse management : 1 year (Required)

Substance Abuse : 2 years (Preferred)

License / Certification :

RN License (Required)

Work Location : Brandon, MS 39047