Description
The Nursing Director is responsible for the direction, management, and supervision of all medical services provided by WCDC. The incumbent is responsible for the leadership of the medical department in accordance with WCDC’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic direction, leadership, support, and oversight to the medical department.
- Maintain formal and informal communications with immediate supervisor, keeping him/her aware of activities and concerns within the program/agency; follow chain of command.
- Act as an active member of the leadership team and attend meetings/trainings as required; serve on assigned committees.
- Develop and manage the medical department budget and participate in the budgeting process for WCDC.
- Comply with all agency policies and procedures; implement all policies fairly and consistently, including the disciplinary policy when required; participate in the performance evaluation process.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve WCDC’s medical program(s); collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to maintain high-quality services for the individuals.
- Guarantee the provision of services with consideration for the individual’s rights and preferences.
- Assist with the prescreening of new program referrals and admissions process.
- Maintain constant and consistent communication with your direct supervisor and fellow department directors.
- Create and oversee the Nursing on-call schedule; ensure the distribution of the on-call phone and that documentation is completed and accurate.
- Conduct monthly QA audits of the medical department as outlined in the QA plan; conduct additional audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement.
- Participate in department and director meetings and contribute to overall operational goals of the agency.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to maintain high-quality care and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Define and maintain the standards of nursing practice within the agency.
- Address and resolve client and/or family concerns promptly and compassionately.
- Manage and oversee medical staff schedules and resource allocation.
- Participate in the interview and hiring process of new staff members.
- Ensure staff training requirements are met, including annual updates.
- Review and monitor the timesheets of all medical staff members to ensure accuracy and timely submission.
- Review and approve monthly billing entries, ensuring timely submission and compliance with COMAR and HCBS Waiver Regulations.
- Oversee recruitment, retention, and training of medical department personnel compliant with COMAR 10.22.02.11.
- Ensure all Nursing services provided by WCDC are in compliance with COMAR 10.27.11.
- Oversee and ensure the completion of initial and 45-day nursing assessments, nursing care plans, and monthly Medication Administration Records reviews.
- Ensure medication needs of individuals are met; supply of medications and medical products is adequate at all times; ensure necessary medication orders, refills, discontinuations, etc. and all documentation involved is maintained.
- Collaborate with nurses, managers, and directors to determine medical training needs of staff, ensure training is provided timely, documentation completed and turned in, and necessary tools given to ensure understanding and compliance.
- Oversee, direct, and coordinate medical staff to provide proper care consistent with standard nursing practices.
- Assure that each individual’s family (or guardian), team, and physician is promptly notified of any significant change in the individual’s health condition.
- Oversee the provision of appropriate medications, treatments, and general nursing services according to care plans and physician-directed orders.
- Delegate to Certified Medication Technicians (CMTs) as required, perform routine checks of medication administration and the medication book; apply disciplinary process when necessary.
- Track CMT licenses; register staff for MTTP classes as needed; perform initial and update medication administration reviews.
- Review incident reports involving the medical department, assess the individual/situation, and ensure the incident report is completed by the nurse in a timely manner.
- Act as liaison with the pharmacy, doctors, hospitals, etc. and agency staff to ensure compliance with all requirements outlined by COMAR and HCBS Waiver Regulations and assist with resolving any problems that arise.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and other applicable regulations.
- Attend team meetings for individuals as needed to provide medical input.
- Perform the duties of medical staff as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Hours: Core Hours are Mon. – Fri. 8 am – 4 pm and On-Call. Flexibility in schedule may be required to accommodate client and/or agency needs.
Rate of Pay: Commensurate based on experience
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Detail oriented, organized and results driven.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment.
- Ability to multitask and remain flexible as your day may quickly and without warning shift in an unexpected direction.
- Complete all DDA Required Training successfully.
Education/Experience:
- An active Maryland RN License required.
- 5+ years nursing experience required.
- Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience required.
- DDA RN DN/CM experience preferred.
- Experience with an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system preferred.
- Proven experience with team collaboration and employee engagement and leadership preferred.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand and walk 90% of work time; sit and/or drive 10%. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull 60 pounds; must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch and reach. All the requirements are necessary in order to properly supervise and assist individuals with disabilities. Should be able to climb stairs/ladder and have good balance. Vision is required in order to drive.
