Director of Nursing

Pay Rate: 140000 Pay Rate Maximum: 160000 PayRate Interval: Annually Details: Location: Bellingham, WA Status: Full Time Schedule: Monday - Friday Salary Range: $140k - $160k DOE + Bonus Program JOB SUMMARY: The Director of Nursing will oversee the nursingdepartment, ensuring high-quality patient care, compliance with regulations,and effective management of nursing staff. This role is critical duringtransitional periods and requires strong leadership, communication, andclinical expertise. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provideguidance and support to nursing staff, fostering a positive andcollaborative work environment. Conductperformance evaluations and facilitate professional development fornursing personnel. Managestaffing levels, scheduling, and resource allocation to meet patient careneeds. Ensurethe delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate patient care. Monitorpatient outcomes and implement quality improvement initiatives. Collaboratewith interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans. Ensurecompliance with state and federal regulations, accreditation standards,and agency policies. Preparefor and participate in inspections and audits. Assistin the development, implementation, and evaluation of nursing policiesand procedures. Staycurrent with best practices in nursing and healthcare to ensure highstandards of care. Assistin budget preparation and management for the nursing department. Monitorexpenditures and implement cost-effective practices. Serveas a liaison between nursing staff, administration, and otherdepartments. Facilitateregular meetings to address issues, share updates, and promote teamwork. Other Duties as Assigned. REQUIREMENTS: RegisteredNurse licensure required; Master’s degree in Nursing or HealthcareAdministration preferred. Currentand valid nursing license in the state of practice. Minimumof 5 years of nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a leadershiprole. Provenexperience in managing nursing staff and operations. Strongclinical assessment and critical thinking skills. Excellentinterpersonal and communication skills. Proficiencyin electronic health records (EHR) and other healthcare technologies. Strongleadership and decision-making abilities. Adaptabilityand resilience in a fast-paced environment. Commitmentto patient-centered care and nursing excellence. #J-18808-Ljbffr