Nursing Services Instructor jobs in Montgomery, AL

Health Services, Inc. is a progressive healthcare organization specializing in innovative quality patient care, integrating physical, mental and social well-being. HSI has served the community for over 50 years by providing patients with a full range of quality comprehensive services. We have 11 clinics located throughout the River Region, 2 mobile clinics, and 4 school-based clinics in partnership with Montgomery Public Schools.

HSI is looking for an Director of Nursing to join our team. 

This position typically works a standard schedule of 7:30am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday, however, schedule adjustments may be necessary based on need.

Job Duties:

Administrative Duties and Patient Relations:

• Develops, establishes, and interprets procedures and protocols in accordance with established standards and policies, for the fulfillment of program(s) goals.
• Interprets and disseminates department policy and protocols to ensure uniform delivery of service and determines nursing program priorities.
• Helps develop, evaluate, and implement the quality and cost effectiveness of staffing utilization and makes recommendations, as necessary, to provide quality coverage for the provision of services rendered.
• Monitors quality of care and provision of clinical services through direct observation, site visits and medical audits.
• Supervises and fosters growth and development of management and leadership skills and communication and coordination of activities, among all nursing supervisory staff.
• Ensures departmental compliance with regulatory and JCAHO requirements.
• Verifies, and reports to the ABN, nursing employee licensure credentials, and assists all licensed nurses in maintaining current nursing licensure, as required by the state of Alabama.
• Participates in the recruitment and selection of nursing personnel staff recruitment, staff retention and staff development, in collaboration with the Human Resource Manager, unit coordinators, and Medical Director. .
• Updates and maintains job descriptions for each nursing position in accordance with medical center policy and procedures.
• Maintains expertise with computer-based programs, utilizing reports to improve clinical services and staffing performance.
• Communicates clearly, openly, and honestly in verbal and written formats.
• Works with other departments and agencies regarding resources and services, for improved patient care.
• Maintains liaison with schools for the development of curricula and appropriate clinical practice for students in the health care field, including: Trenholm Technical College Medical Assisting Advisory, Trenholm LPN Advisory Committee, and Advisory Board of the School of Nursing at Troy State University.
• Participates as a member of the management team, correlating nursing with the other disciplines.
• Is a member of Environment of Care Committee, helping oversee safety to all employees and patients.
• Initiates and participates in studies /research activities in the evaluation/development of services.
• Collects statistical data, prepares and reviews comprehensive reports regarding meeting service/program goals.
• Assists Medical Director and Chief Executive Officer with any special projects or other duties, as needed.
• Assures that nursing staff performs only duties allowed under the scope of their license and job description.

Safety/Infection Control Activities:

• Supports, helps plan, coordinate, and enforce infection-control policies and procedures.
• Ensures an appropriate environment for the administration of healthcare by overseeing the keeping of all medical equipment and areas in a clean, safe, and orderly fashion.

Education and Experience:

• RN who has graduated from an accredited School of Nursing program.
• Possession of a current, unrestricted, Alabama nursing license, preferably a BSN, or related 4-year degree.
• BCLS certification.
• 3-5 years clinical experience, including 2-3 years supervisory experience.

Benefits:

BCBS Medical and Dental, Guardian Vision, Life Insurance, 403b. Voluntary STD, LTD, Flex Spending Accounts, Accident and Critical Illness. 10 vacation days, 10 sick days and 11 holidays.