DIRECTOR OF NURSING

Considered among the top residential addiction treatment programs in the United States, Alina Lodge continues to integrate new and innovative therapies into our time-honored approach to the treatment of substance use disorders. Reflecting the community we serve, our team of professionals comes from diverse backgrounds and includes members who have struggled with addiction in the past. Our mission is to help individuals and their families attain and maintain lives of hope and recovery from substance use disorders.

At Alina Lodge, we create an atmosphere that encourages development for both our guests and employees. To assist our guests on their path to recovery, we are dedicated to offering the greatest continuum of care and services, and we look for experts who share this commitment.

JOB SUMMARY

The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for overseeing the nursing department. This leadership role oversees the delivery of high-quality guest care while maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements. This role involves leading and managing nursing staff, developing and implementing policies and procedures, and collaborating with other departments to enhance patient outcomes. The DON is also tasked with budgeting and resource management, staff recruitment and retention, and fostering a positive work environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive clinical knowledge, and a commitment to improving patient care and operational efficiency.

MAJOR JOB DUTIES:

• Providing administrative oversight of the facility's nursing services and directly supervising the facility's nursing staff.
  • Develop written job descriptions for the nursing staff and assign duties to the nursing staff.
  • Participating in staff orientation and staff education activities
  • Hires nursing personnel in accordance with Alina Lodge standards.
  • Provides ongoing education and regularly scheduled staff meetings for nurses.
  • Evaluates all nursing personnel annually.
  • Is responsible for scheduling and providing adequate nursing coverage on all shifts.
  • Schedules annual CPR/ AED recertification courses for all nurses.
• Develops and maintains written objectives, policies, and procedures, an organizational plan, and a quality assurance program for nursing services, and reviews all nursing policies and procedures at least annually.
• Ensuring the coordination and integration of nursing services with other client care services to ensure continuity of care for each client.
• Works directly with the Medical Director, psychiatrist, psychologist, and clinical staff in planning and setting goals best designed to meet guests’ needs.
• Participating in team conferences with the multidisciplinary team.
• Provides regularly scheduled pharmacy inspections.
• Properly disposes of all medical waste and generates the appropriate forms and tracking records.
• Works with cross-functional departments to coordinate guest care.
• Is passionate and thorough about safety in the workplace and abides by all drug reconciliation protocols set forth by Alina Lodge TJC.

Guest Care

• Provides day-to-day care of patients by monitoring vital signs and withdrawal symptoms;
• administering prescribed medications ordered by the doctor; maintaining the patient's daily chart according to TJC standards; evaluating the effectiveness of care and making adjustments accordingly.
• Maintains patient files by completing nursing assessments on clients admitted to detox; making relevant entries to patient files; monitoring, recording, and communicating patient condition using computerized documentation; completing discharge assessments and paperwork as required.
• Monitors patients' comfort level and does whatever is possible to help them through the detox transition period.
• Assists the physician as needed during medical history interview exams.
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, Microbiology, Public Health, or a related field.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred.
• Registered Nurse with current active licensure in the State of New Jersey.
• Current CPR for Healthcare Workers Required

• Experience as an RN in behavioral health is preferred, in addition to experience in a treatment program or facility providing detoxification services.
• At least 5 years of progressive leadership in related fields is required
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with healthcare professionals at all levels.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong experience working in Electronic Medical Records
• Experience in conducting training and education programs.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with 12-step programs is helpful but not required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands and work environment require walking, bending, standing, climbing stairs, driving, and running standard office equipment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Alina Lodge is an at-will employer. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate manager or other management as required. Alina Lodge reserves the right to revise or change job duties as needed. This job description is not a written or implied contract of employment.