Director of Nursing

Overview

Vibra Hospital of Denver, located in Thornton, CO, is a 54 bed Critical Care Hospital providing acute care services to patients recovering from serious illnesses or injuries. Often our patients require additional critical care services for medically complex conditions such as trauma, infectious diseases, wound healing, cardiovascular disease, stroke, amputation and ventilator weaning. As a smaller, specialized hospital, we offer an opportunity to work in a fast‑paced and friendly work environment where you really get to know your patients and their families.

Responsible for the overall operations for the assigned nursing unit and ensures the delivery of efficient, high quality patient care and services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Works with employees and other managers/supervisors to develop systems and procedures necessary for daily operations, and provides training, information and support to solve problems and accomplish assigned objectives.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or in current program with a completion date of 2 years required.
• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications from a Vibra-approved vendor required.

• Five (5) years experience in an acute care setting preferred. Critical care experience preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of operations, including staffing and scheduling, budget management, workflow planning and staff development.
• Ability to manage the practice of nursing within the mission of the hospital.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in recruitment and hire of qualified staff.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

• Medical PPO high and low deductible plans / HSA options as well as HMO options in some markets
• Free prescription plans
• Dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability benefits
• Employee assistance plan
• Flex spending plans, 401(k) matching
• Additional critical illness, accident, and hospital plans
• Company discounts for mobile phone service, electronics, cell phones, clothing, etc
• Pet insurance
• Group legal – provides legal assistance with personal legal matters
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Work life balance