POSITION SUMMARY
Supervises and provides leadership for inpatient staff. Assists in the education and evaluation of inpatient staff. Acts as the Inpatient Unit Director in his/her absence. As a member of the treatment team, assists in planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of quality and age-appropriate care on the ICC. This includes the preparation of nursing care plans and provision of care to clients on the ICC.
BENEFITS:
- 401k w/ 20% company matching
- 11 paid holidays
- Tuition assistance up to $5250/year
- Loan assistance up to $200/month
- Competitive wages
- Generous PTO
- Employee discount at the local YMCA
- HSA/FSA accounts
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee referral program
- Casual Fridays
- Company paid life insurance policy
- Company paid long term disability
- Optional insurances (short term disability)
- Employee recognition events
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free yearly health screenings
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
· Promotes cost containment related to client supplies, budget resources and personnel. Purchases appropriate supplies when needed and/or oversees purchases made by designee. · Responsible for administrative and/or management functions for the Inpatient Care Center (i.e. acuity and census monitoring, evaluation and monitoring of incident reports, etc.). · Participates in relevant committees to assist in agency-wide projects. Takes initiative to help solve agency-wide issues. · Researches, develops and implements improvements to policies and procedures in accordance with guidelines provided by CMS, CARF, DMHA and the CDC. · Completes necessary paperwork accurately and efficiently in accordance with agency policies and procedures. · Performs other duties as assigned.
CLIENT CARE RESPONSIBILITIES
· Meets all expectations provided under the Registered Nurse position description. · Oversees the provision of care for all clients on the Inpatient Care Center. Evaluates and improves treatment plans and nursing care plans. · Participates in treatment team meetings. · Coordinates the activities of the ICC, including interactions with outside agencies and/or staff members from other departments within PSS. · Evaluates the results of client care. · Assists in problem-solving and addressing client complaints. · Initiates and oversees the development/implementation of recovery-based and trauma-informed care for clients on the ICC and monitors the quality of such programs in accordance with agency goals and objectives and external regulatory agencies’ standards. · Monitors and evaluates program systems and processes. · Performs other duties as assigned.
STAFF SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES
· Responsible for the provision of leadership, supervision and communication that supports the departmental and organizational mission, and is in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. · Provides effective regular supervision to Charge Nurses, Staff Nurses, LPNs and other support employees including Psychiatric Technicians. · Acquires and maintains adequate levels of qualified staff to meet the needs of programs and services. · Identifies, recruits, interviews and hires employees as directed and needed. · Plans, assigns and directs work. · Prepares schedules to ensure adequate coverage is available on each shift. · Serves as acting Director for the ICC in that person’s absence. · Appraises performance, rewards and disciplines employees, addresses complaints and resolves problems in a timely manner. · Initiates employee disciplinary proceeding when needed with the approval of the Director of Acute Intensive Services. Carries out reprimands and terminations in consultation with the Director of Acute Intensive Services. · Provides overall training to all program staff, as well as Porter-Starke Services staff, as requested. Training includes agency policies and procedures, infection control, special procedures and any other necessary topics. Monitors compliance of staff with policy and procedure and trainings. · Works positively toward maintaining the motivation and morale of staff. · Fosters an environment where staff will advance to further levels of competency. · Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of three years’ experience required.
- Mental heath and/or supervisory experience is preferred.
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION
- Current Indiana license as a Registered Nurse is required.