Director of Nursing

Sign-on bonus of up to $10,000

Responsibilities

As the Director of Nursing (DON), you will collaborate with members of Hillcrest's nursing and administration team as well as with physicians/ARNP's. In addition, you will:

• Supervise and schedule nursing staff
• Work as an RN on the floor as needed
• Participate in on call rotation for crisis situations/PRN med approvals to include evenings, weekends and holiday call
• Provide input for the revision and development of policies, procedures, forms, and protocols
• Monitor staff compliance and use corrective actions as necessary with appropriate approvals
• Serve on Exposure/Infection Control Committee of Hillcrest Family Services
• Maintain awareness of licensing and certification standards and assists in operating the facility within these standards
• Participate in the screening process of referrals and make recommendations regarding admissions
• Oversee charting for adverse med reactions/communicate adverse reactions to PCPs and psych as needed
• Assume other duties as assigned by the facility administrator/director or VP of Adult Residential

What You Need

• Graduate of accredited School of Nursing
• Registered Nurse (RN) with current Iowa licensure in good standing pursuant to 655-Chapter 3
• At least one (1) year of prior experience working with persons with mental illness and other clients typically served at a Community Mental Health Center
• Knowledge on psychotropic medications, DSM-IV diagnosis, and co-occurring disorders
• Proficiency in time management and EHR documentation
• Demonstration of a professional commitment to providing services to medically underserved individuals
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position

Competitive benefits package for full-time employees working 30+ hours a week:

• Health insurance (up to 79% employer paid)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with profit sharing and employer match 
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Staff development and training
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility for federal student loans
• Employer paid CEU's through Relias
• On-site primary care
• PerkSpot- employee discount program
• MeMD- virtual health provider for you and your family
  • Free talk therapy
  • $0 Telehealth/urgent care
  • Discounted psychiatry
• Employee assistance program
• Advancement opportunities
• Sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 available

About the Organization

Hillcrest Family Services is a non-profit organization that assists adults and children in need of help. Every day, Hillcrest builds confidence in hundreds of people and families. We strive to be a leading provider in supporting brain health and wellness.  We’re a place where compassion is commonplace. Where our passion soars and faith restores.

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