Director of Nursing

Director Of NursingCommunity Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states. We are seeking a Director of Nursing in Philadelphia (supporting Southeast), PA. The Director of Nursing leads a team including RNs and LPNs for an assigned region to care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This person will support teams with day-to-day operations and challenges to ensure the medical and healthcare needs of the individuals we support are met. Starting rate is $90,000/per year.Responsibilities:Lead and train teams to support programmatic initiatives, goals, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesManage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, employee recognition, and internal control reviewsProvide treatment and health care procedures ordered by a physician and required by the standards of professional practice or lawTrain staff on the healthcare needs, medical conditions, and plan of care for assigned individualsDevelop and conduct comprehensive training programsDevelop and update nursing care plans and health care plans with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developmentsEnsure nursing protocols comply with state and board of nursing regulations and guidelinesAdvise supervisor of all concerns and issues related to the provision of nursing servicesEnsure nurse assessments and program documentation are completed accurately and timelyMonitor health and medical conditions of individuals and refer for medical services as neededAssess systemic risk management issues with the administration of medicationsReview all medication errors, analyze each error, and report per state regulationsBuild a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and familiesFollow strict infection control procedures regarding blood borne pathogensAvailable after hours by phone for on call emergency telephone triageMinimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in nursing or related fieldValid RN license allowing you to practice in assigned stateValid driver's license with a satisfactory driving recordMinimum two years of experience as a registered nurseComplete all state and agency required trainingRemain abreast of all board of nursing regulations and industry standardsExperience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilitiesKnowledge of state regulatory agency operations and standards relevant to supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilitiesTeam-oriented with demonstrated leadership experienceProficient with Microsoft OfficeExperience working with electronic health record systems; Therap preferredEmployment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testingWhy Community Options?Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday HolidayGenerous PTOEmployee Incentive & Discount Programs403b Retirement PlanIncredible career growth opportunitiesUniversity partnerships that include tuition reductionCommunity Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V #IND-PH