Responsibilities Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Nursing to lead our nursing team in delivering exceptional care within our facility. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of nursing practices, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of patient care. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and fostering a collaborative environment among nursing staff. An exempt position with 24 hours accountability, responsible for managing the daily operations and nursing care in line with clinical practice standards of units they are assigned. The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for nursing staff and related medical support staff including RNs and MHAs. At Arbour Hospital, we work diligently and compassionately to provide patients and their families with high-quality care and service excellence across a continuum of specialized behavioral health services. We have proudly served the residents of the greater Boston area since 1909. Our medical staff consists of psychiatrists who average 20 years of practice at our facility, providing a solid and trusted foundation for our patient-focused approach to behavioral healthcare. We are an important community resource for a wide range of vital behavioral healthcare services. We treat primary psychiatric and substance abuse disorders and constantly strive to meet the needs of our communities with treatment that address individualized behavioral health needs. We stand ready to provide compassionate care through inpatient treatment and a strong continuum of aftercare services, community-based programs, and day treatment. Website: https://www.arbourhospital.com Responsibilities Ensures compliance with standard of care for all nursing areas in compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, Department of Mental Health, etc. Is responsible to correct reported deficiencies within specified time table for the reporting departments as directed by the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO). Maintains Department Quality Improvement Program to ensure excellent patient care. Reports QI information to CNO monthly. Participates in the implementation and evaluation of nursing division mission, planning and direction actively monitors and ensures compliance in the absence of the CNO. Collaborates with other disciplines to develops/maintains patient care programs assuring patient care standards of care/practice are developed and maintained. Maintains effective collaborative working relationships with Medical Staff Program Directors and Clinical Department Heads to affect positive patient outcomes. Demonstrates problem-solving approach in resolving problems with other departments and clinicians as indicated by satisfaction of all parties. Participates in Hospital committees and task forces, contributing clinical expertise and improved departmental policy/s as demonstrated by meeting minutes and outcomes. Maintains effective working relationships with other departments and clinicians. Oversees and monitors patient care delivery at department level to ensure that patient needs are met by oversight of staffing/clinical Program Managers. -Provides administrative oversight to Program Managers as they develop clean, safe, therapeutic environments and effectively negotiates with other departments to needed repairs and support services. - Reviews critical clinical/administrative issues with Program Managers and key hospital departments; and develops a plan to resolve issues rapidly & effectively. Develops, implements and improved patient care model/s which results in a better therapeutic milieu. Patient care standards will be developed and monitored which will measure the impact of the patient care model/s in such variables as reductions in restraints, increased patient satisfaction and compliance with group's programming schedule. Monitors and is actively involved with admissions, discharges, and monitoring LOC. Meets regularly with Nursing Leadership to identify problems and strategies; and to affect changes in patient care/management issues. Communicates changes in goals, procedures, plans activities of the Nursing and other responsible departments effectively. What do our current nurses value at Arbour Hospital & UHS? A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the nursing profession. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of peer nurses and nursing leaders that educate the field, routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career through our Charge, Supervisor and Nurse Manager-in-training programs and nursing executive tract. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At UHS, you have a voice. About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Bachelor of Science required, Masters in Nursing or related field preferred License/Cert: Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Experience/Cert: Previous psychiatric or behavioral health experience preferred; board certification preferred; 7-10 years of broad clinical and administrative experience in mental health and/or acute care facility previous leadership Other: Fluent in reading, writing and speaking English, competent to practice with all ages of patients. Demonstrates ability to function as part of interdisciplinary team. Supervisor responsibility when Charge Nurse or acting in supervisor capacity. ON GOING REQUIREMENTS: Education: Annual mandatory trainings including CPR, safety, restraint care, medical management, and annual education/skills fair. Attend and participate regularly in in-service training and education and staff meetings; continuously Licensure/Cert: Current RN licensure, CPR: and CEUS to maintain licensure; CPHQ certification preferred, NE-BC or NEA-BC or CENP preferred EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. 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