DON at Hickory Recovery – Cambridge, Ohio

Director of Nursing – Hickory Behavioral at Cambridge

Department: Nursing

Direct Report To: Executive Director

Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt

About the Role:

Under the immediate supervision of the Executive Director, the Director of Nursing is responsible for...

• Comprehensive physical health assessments on all clients
• Formulating a plan of care as needed that includes physician orders, medications, education and treatments.

The Director of Nursing (DON) is a lead management member of the nursing team, functioning as the primary facilitator responsible for nursing services provided for clients with addictions and behavioral health issues.

Why Hickory Recovery?

Hickory Recovery is setting the benchmark in mental health care, especially for those facing acute challenges or dealing with co-occurring disorders. Our focus is on

• Delivering personalized, top tier care that fosters healing and improves wellbeing
• Ensuring every individual has access to the best possible support and treatment

Our Mission is to provide high quality, acute care to adults struggling with mental health issues or mental health co-occurring disorders. It’s Hickory’s primary goal to offer expert treatment for all we serve.

What We Offer:

• 401k
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• PTO
• Vision insurance
• Career development
• Mental health days
• Holiday pay

Job Qualifications:

• BSN or MSN completed from an accredited school of Nursing.
• At least 2 years prior experience as an RN preferably with hospital and behavioral health experience
• At least 2 years prior experience in staff supervision
• Certified BLS provider.
• 2 years of staff supervision is required
• Understanding of Substance Use Disorders and Dual Diagnosis
• Must maintain a positive demeanor and clear understanding of professional boundaries with clients and staff.
• Ability to follow directives explicitly, adhere to facility policies, and exercise time management skills.
• Completion of CPR and HWC prior to working the floor
• Schedule flexibility may be required to accommodate patients
• Must hold a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruits and interviews potential new hires
• Orders nursing supplies
• Approves time and payroll records for nursing department
• Works floor nurse position as needed
• Schedules employees and monitors labor hours and overtime
• Initiates and oversees department performance improvement activities
• Provides department specific training and education
• Adheres to DMHA and Life Safety regulations
• Adheres to Joint Commission Requirements
• Completes corrective action summaries and recommends disciplinary action to HR
• Audits the EMR for all clients to ensure timely and accurate clinical documentation
• Reports safety hazards Executive Director
• Performs appropriate hand hygiene throughout the shift
• Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately

Compensation: $90,000 - $110,000/yr

For more information visit www.hickorynetwork.com