Director of Nursing - Traveler

Company: Corizon Health
Location: Columbus
Posted on: May 6, 2021

Job Description:

Correctional healthcare is not just a job. Its a calling.By choosing a career with Corizon Health, you are choosing the opportunity to truly make a difference in the health, well-being, and future of the patients you serve. We take pride in being a pioneer provider of correctional healthcare. As a Corizon Health professional, you have access to the resources and support to enhance your skills, build a solid foundation to reach your career potential, and contribute to the care and well-being of an underserved population. There is no greater calling. Join Corizon Health today and be part of our legacy of innovation and clinical expertise.Below is a list of your responsibilities as a Director of Nursing (DON):This role requires travel for support of correctional care operations.

• Provide quality oversight in collaboration with site, regional and corporate leadership. Provide clinical supervision to nursing staff.
• Evaluate patient care delivery processes on a regular, systematic and frequent basis. Provide written reports to regional team and client as scheduled or requested.
• Facilitate the development of site performance improvement plans and monitor site progress and reporting.
• Collaborate with site leadership and client to meet the goals of the service contract in conjunction with regional leadership.
• Coordinate and monitor orientation and onboarding activities for new hires and staff that have moved into a different role.
• Interpret regulations and standards and communicate site and unit performance objectives to staff.
• Develop monthly schedules for nursing staff and nursing support staff and ensure that enough nursing staff is scheduled on each shift with the appropriate skill level.
• Conduct at minimum monthly staff meetings in collaboration with site leadership.
• Act as a liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials. Ensure nursing records
• Support Company Initiatives and the application of best practices in the clinical settings. Assist in completion of special projects on an as needed basis. Work with others to determine where resource support should be allocated. Participate in the monthly Regional DON calls, initiatives and activities. Perform other duties as assigned.Corizon Benefits
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Generous PTO plan
• 401k with matching funds
• Employee Discount and Rewards Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Continuing Education Reimbursement
  • Graduate of an Accredited Nursing School required.
  • Current, unrestricted, non-probationary status license as a Registered Nurse in the state(s) where the position is located.
  • Current Basic Life Support/CPR Certification at the Medical Professional Level with AED Training.
  • Specialty certification in correctional healthcare is desired (Certified Correctional Health Professional: CCHP, Certified Correctional Health Professional Nurse: CCHP-RN).
  • Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting, with correctional healthcare experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook, Sharepoint and PowerPoint required
  • Previous experience and knowledge in working with Electronic Medical Record systems is required.
  • Maintain current licensure and certification(s) required to perform role/job.A background check, security clearance and drug screening are required for this role.Corizon Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, Vietnam era veteran, or disabled Veteran status. EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans.

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