Director of Nursing

Wellpath

$90K — $120K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduated from an accredited School of Nursing.
  • 2 years of supervisory experience in an acute setting recommended.
  • Experience in Emergency Room and Communicable Disease preferred.
  • Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of employment.
  • CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations and manage budgets, policies, and procedures.
  • Organize service delivery and manage resources collaboratively.
  • Lead quality improvement initiatives and supervise nursing staff.
  • Monitor safety issues and evaluate service delivery effectiveness.
  • Demonstrate knowledge in risk management and infection control.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off and 401k plan available.
  • DailyPay option to receive earned income immediately.
  • Tuition Assistance and scholarships for dependents.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and health coaching.
  • Company-paid life insurance and tax-free Health Spending Accounts (HSA).
  • Wellness program with fitness memberships and discounts.
  • Partnerships for discounted banking and loan rates.
Full Job Description
How you make a difference

In their role, the Director of Nursing (DON) is accountable for developing and implementing nursing policies and procedures that align with best practices and meet regulatory requirements. They work closely with the Medical Director to promote high standards of care and support the professional development of nursing staff to provide quality care to patients.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education
  • Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing

Experience
  • 2 years of supervisory experience in an acute setting recommended
  • Emergency Room, Communicable Disease, with Medical and Surgical experience preferred

Licenses/Certifications
  • Have and maintain current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the state of employment.
  • Obtain and maintain CPR certification


Key Responsibilities

  • Oversees daily operations and manages budgets, policies, and procedures to align with facility goals and objectives.
  • Organizes service delivery, manage resources, and collaborate with other departments, facilities, persons served, families, and visitors.
  • Leads quality improvement activities, provides direct supervision, and serves as a resource and consultant to nursing staff.
  • Monitors safety issues, evaluate service delivery and staff growth, and adhere to the organization's Code of Conduct.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of risk management, clinical precautions, infection control, fall prevention, utilization of special procedures, environmental checks, fire disaster procedures, and alternatives to use with regards to seclusion/restraint methods.


You Matter
• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved
• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture
• Excellent career growth opportunities

Join us and find a career that supports:
• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Autonomy in a warm team environment
• Growth and training

Perks and Benefits
In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including:
• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
• Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

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