JOB SUMMARY:
Director of Healthcare oversees the Medical staff, on an individual basis providing assistance in the areas
of; medication observation and medical appointment scheduling, as well as overall client health with
client’s clinical care team and psychiatric team in an intensive inpatient health care facility. This position
also works closely with the Medical Director to ensure proper execution of medical assistance for client
care. The Director of Healthcare also works closely with other management to ensure full spectrum
client care.
QUALIFICATIONS:
● Active license with the Board of Registered Nursing
● At least one year experience in nursing supervision within the last five years.
● Valid driver’s license
● Clean DMV record and/or in accordance with company insurance requirements.
● Must have a completed TB test, CPR/First Aid certification, and health screening.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Administrative authority, responsibility and accountability for the nursing services within the
facility.
● Oversee and audit observation, documentation, and record keeping of all observed, inventoried,
destroyed, and prescribed medications.
● Assesses patients with undiagnosed or diagnosed conditions, and assisting in ascertaining
clinical medication management with Nurse Practitioner, psychiatric team, clinical care team,
and Medical Director.
● Observes, documents, and keeps records of client health status.
● Creates training programs for non-medical staff regarding knowledge and education of
medications, vitals, signs and symptoms, etc.
● Trains existing and new medical staff, nurses, etc. on company protocols and procedures.
● Educates and counsels clients and other organizational health care providers on optimal use of
medicines (e.g., proper use, avoidance of over medication).
● Planning of patient care, which shall include at least the following:
● Identification of care needs based upon an initial written and continuing assessment of
the patient's needs with input, as necessary, from health professionals involved in the
care of the patient. Initial assessments shall commence at the time of admission of the
patient and be completed within seven days after admission.
● Development of an individual, written patient care plan which indicates the care to be
given, the objectives to be accomplished and the professional discipline responsible for
each element of care. Objectives shall be measurable and time-limited.
● Reviewing, evaluating and updating of the patient care plan as necessary by the nursing
staff and other professional personnel involved in the care of the patient at least
quarterly, and more often if there is a change in the patient's condition.
● Implementing of each patient's care plan according to the methods indicated. Each patient's
care shall be based on this plan.
● Notifying the attending licensed healthcare practitioner acting within the scope of his or her
professional licensure promptly of:
● The admission of a patient.
● Any sudden and/or marked adverse change in signs, symptoms or behavior exhibited by
a patient.
● An unusual occurrence, as provided in Section 72541, involving a patient.
● A change in weight of five pounds or more within a 30-day period unless a different
stipulation has been stated in writing by the patient's licensed healthcare practitioner
acting within the scope of his or her professional licensure.
● Any untoward response or reaction by a patient to a medication or treatment.
● Any error in the administration of a medication or treatment to a patient which is life
threatening and presents a risk to the patient.
● The facility's inability to obtain or administer, on a prompt and timely basis, drugs,
equipment, supplies or services as prescribed under conditions which present a risk to
the health, safety or security of the patient.
● Licensed nursing personnel shall ensure that patients are served the diets as ordered by the
attending licensed healthcare practitioner acting within the scope of his or her professional
licensure.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this
position, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to use
hands or fingers and handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to
stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to
25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the
ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
NOTE:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the
employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related
instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give
instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and
are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform
this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty
proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to
the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum
levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied
or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship.
Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a valid RN?
- Do you have valid drivers license/reliable transportation?
- Do you have experience working with mental health/SUD clients?
Work Location: In person
