Director of Nursing (Registered Nurse) - Home Care, based in Decatur Georgia

Job Description

Job Description

DIRECTOR OF NURSINGAre you looking for a home care job where you can make a difference in people's lives? Do you want to work for a home care agency that genuinely cares about you? That's where you can shine. We are proud to offer you the opportunity to pursue your passion at your own level, on a flexible schedule, and with the recognition and helps you need. Come work for us and see how BrightStar Care of North Dekalb and Peachtree Corners ("BrightStar Care") employees uphold A Higher Standard.What We Offer:At BrightStar Care we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits, including:Mileage Reimbursement for clinical / administrative positionsBereavement paysPaid Time-offFree TrainingPart of a team with RN Oversight13-week performance bonusEmployee referral bonusOnCall bonusWeekly pay w/ direct depositFlexible scheduleFree continuing educationOver 95% of BrightStar locations are Joint Commission accredited or in process!Responsibilities!Provides care as defined within the scope of the state's nurse practice act.Makes the initial evaluation visit and regularly reevaluates the client's nursing needs.Prepares clinical and progress notes and summaries of care.Assists in the development of organization goals. Develops, recommends, and administers agency policies and procedures.Supervises, educates, and coaches other nursing personnel/care-giving staff.Plans and implements in-service and training programs.Oversees the maintenance of client clinical records, statistics, reports, and records for purposes of evaluation and reporting of organization activities.Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.Stays informed about changes in the field of nursing and home health care. Shares information with appropriate organization personnel.Promotes home health referrals in the health care community.RequirementsCurrent unrestricted RN license in state for which care is being providedPreferred: Bachelor's degree in nursing. Must have graduated from a National League of Nursing accredited programMinimum three (3) to five (5) years of clinical experience with one (1) year experience in a home health agency, primary care clinic or health facility, preferredReliable car/auto insuranceClean background and criminal recordUnderstands regulatory compliance with state and federal regulationsAdheres to HIPAA and maintain client confidentialityDemonstrated ability to supervise and direct staffPossesses exceptional nursing assessment skillsComplies with accepted professional standards of practiceProven ability to build quality and implement improvements within the operationExcellent interpersonal skillsAnalytical/Critical thinkerExcellent customer service skills and ability to deal tactfully with clients, staff, and community.Treats clients, staff and the public with courtesy and respect and presents a positive public image.Case management skills are a plusPolicy development is a plusAbility to travel on a daily basis including weekends, nights, and holidaysWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. #IND123