Nurse Manager - West Chester/Kindred Job West Chester area,Pennsylvania USA,Nursing

Nurse Manager Opportunity

We need hope-bringers and changemakers - because the work we all do matters. Join a team that shows up for each other as much as we show up for our clients. At Gaudenzia, your purpose fuels progress - for yourself and others.

If you are a dedicated and caring nurse manager looking to step away from the bedside into a rewarding role, please read further! We need strong nurses who are experienced and interested in working directly with clients who are being treated for substance use disorders and mental health stabilization. We constantly strive to build an amazing team tasked with caring for our clients.

While performing your day-to-day nursing duties, you will perform very little to no bedside care! This is not medical surgical nursing, ICU, or a critical care position, however, our clients do come to us at a critical time of need, and we need excellent nurses who are willing to critically think, follow policy and procedures, and work as part of a team.

If this is a career move that might interest you, feel free to apply and start your journey.

This position oversees both of our residential programs located in West Chester, PA.

Must have experience working in substance abuse.

Gaudenzia's Mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances.

Qualifications:

Education/Training:

Degree from an accredited college or university's professional nursing program; must possess a current RN license in good standing for the applicable state.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years nursing experience, with 1 year of experience treating individuals with substance use, mental health, or other related disorders. Minimum 2 years' experience as a charge nurse or supervising health care worker(s). (May substitute BSN for 1 year of nursing experience and MSN for 2 years of nursing experience and 1 year of charge nurse or supervisory experience.

Also:

Required to work one weekend and one-off shift per month to ensure contact with all medical staff.

Will be required to work during staffing shortages and holidays as necessary.

This position is deemed essential and will be required to work during inclement weather.

Your responsibilities in this role may include:

Ensures consistency in adhering to and promoting Gaudenzia's treatment model, policies, procedures, and local and state regulations.

Ensure compliance with medication handling and administration policies, and local and state regulations.

Develops, maintains, and ensures the quality of counseling and education of clients on Disease Concepts of Addiction, HIV/AIDS, nutrition, medication education, infectious diseases, mental health, etc

Promotes, educates, and assists in the facilitation of medication-assisted treatment (MAT).

Oversees medical documentation/electronic health record (EHR) uses.

Provide effective leadership to nursing staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Supervise and evaluate the performance of nursing personnel, providing feedback and implementing training programs as needed.

Foster professional growth and development among nursing staff through mentoring and continuing education opportunities.

Responsible for recruitment, training, and maintaining quality staff.

Ensure adherence to established clinical protocols, standards of care, and regulatory requirements.

Monitor patient care activities to ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care.

Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop and implement patient care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes.

Manage staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage and efficient use of resources.

Oversee the procurement and maintenance of necessary equipment, supplies, and medications.

Participate in budget planning and financial management activities for the nursing department. Including oversight and assistance with managed care and or other payor sources.

Lead quality improvement initiatives within the nursing department, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices.

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Nurse Manager - West Chester​/Kindred

Nurse Manager - West Chester/Kindred