Director of Nursing

Company: Mediko Inc
Location: Roanoke
Posted on: May 4, 2025

Job Description:

MEDIKO: Mission driven & committed to delivering high-quality medical care to the communities we serve.Our dedicated Healthcare Professionals find meaning, support and new opportunities to learn and grow their skills every day. Its what sets us apart from other healthcare industries and drives our success in the correctional healthcare space.Whether you are just graduating from nursing school or bringing years of experience to your new position at MEDIKO, you will benefit from our competitive compensation, commitment to safety and exposure to the diverse healthcare needs of the clients we serve.If youre ready to take on a role that will enrich your career and make a real impact to your community, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY to get the conversation started!Here are the Details -Position: Director of NursingSchedule: Monday-FridayLocation: Roanoke City JailResponsibilities:Serve as a liaison between nursing staff, doctors, and healthcare administratorsEnsure the orderly administration of inmate care on a daily basis is consistent with physician orders and the correctional facility policies and proceduresCreate standard-of-care guidelines by way of developing, revising, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal policies and regulations, adhering to MEDIKOs policies and proceduresOversee and implement changes to nursing best practices, such as shift changes and infection prevention proceduresRecruit, onboard, and train new nursing staffDevelop short and long-terms goals for the department, such as staffing goals, procedural goals, and standard-of-care goalsParticipate in cost containment goals, standards, and activities; participate in operating budget as it relates to nursing and other areas, as assignedReview and approve timesheets, overtime, and submit payroll within designated timelinesAssist in the implementation and maintenance of the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program; assist Medical Director in establishing CQI calendar; participate in the monthly CQI committee (including submitting appropriate recommendations to improve health care services)Oversee services rendered by agency or 1099/contractorsSchedule and document monthly staff meetingsDevelop, coordinate, assign duties and communicate nursing staff schedules; ensure required site coverage at all times; provide on-call coverage as needed; assist team members with work and work overtime as neededSupervise and evaluate nurse performance; counsel and discipline employee based on guidance from MEDIKOs handbook; complete and submit timely, annual performance reviews/evaluations to HR/Finance for further approval on all nursing and assigned staffKnowledge and understanding of all facets of professional nursing, patient care, infection control, safety, quality assurance policies and procedures, and institutional practices; monitor and reinforce compliance in each of these areasProvide guidance to nurse staff regarding medical disciplinesCommunicate with inmate patients families, physicians, and medical staffPerform other duties as assignedQualificationsBachelor of Science in Nursing requiredBSN with Masters Degree in Nursing preferredGraduation from an accredited School of NursingCurrent unencumbered RN licensure in applicable stateCurrent CPR/BLS certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross guideline approved)Background in an emergency room, correctional health care or medical surgical setting preferredTwo (2) years supervisory experience, preferably in an acute care setting or within a correctional environmentStrong knowledge of all areas of general health care services within the correctional health care environmentJoining MEDIKO comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey:Competitive Pay and MVP Bonus ProgramBenefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your familyPreferred Pharmacy Network optionsMDLIVE virtual Provider telehealth optionsWellness programHealth Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Account options with company matchEmployer-paid Life Insurance Policy/AD&D, Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability coverageOptional Voluntary coverage for Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity plansPaid portion of Maternity LeavesEmployee Assistance ProgramGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) including 10 Holidays and flexible Floating HolidaysParticipation in the MEDIKO 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matchEmployee Referral BonusesTuition Reimbursement Assistance PlanFree Continuing EducationAccess to Perks and Discounts at nationally recognized chains, service providers and retailersEOE STATEMENT: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.#SPENDby Jobble

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