Director of Nursing (DON)

Overview:
Excellent outcomes start with great people, and Armor has an exciting opportunity for a Director of Nursing (DON) to join our team at Cumberland County Sheriff's Office/Jail in Portland, Maine. At Armor Health, we are raising the standard of care to impact the lives of those we serve by partnering with exceptional correctional organizations to improve health care outcomes. We support patients and foster the holistic wellness and well-being of the lives entrusted in our care. Armor is laser-focused on providing the best-in-class interventions to ensure optimal results. We are a dynamic team that is transforming and revolutionizing correctional healthcare through our core values of embracing change, taking ownership, attention to detail, a sense of urgency, and a results-oriented collaborative environment. Why Should You Choose Us? Join an organization with exceptional teamwork and leadership support. Provide patient care in a safe environment and make a difference in someone's life! Access competitive pay, generous education and development support, and a comprehensive benefits package. You'll be eligible for the following:Company-matched 401K retirement plans Health, Dental and Vision InsuranceEmployer-Paid Disability and Life coverageOn-Demand Payment (Make any day payday)Tuition ReimbursementGenerous Paid Time OffHealth Savings AccountIf you want to join an exciting, passionate, and growing organization that is positively impacting the lives we serve, we look forward to considering you for this opportunity and being part of our team!

Responsibilities:
Direct, coordinate, and oversee the administration of all associated nursing and support staff.Plan, implement and evaluate all nursing services to include associated administrative operations and activities.Review, establish and maintain patient care protocol and standards, ensuring that all federal and state, Armor, and facility policies, regulations, and guidelines for patient care are met.Establish and coordinate quality improvement, safety, and infection control programsReview pharmacy utilization to ensure adherence to the formulary.Establish and implement short and long-range organizational goals, objectives, strategic plans, policies, and operating proceduresDesign, establish and maintain an organizational structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the organization's goals and objectives, recruits, employs, trains, supervises, and evaluates professional and contract staff.

Qualifications:
Current unencumbered state license as an RNBachelors in Nursing preferredPrevious nursing supervisory experience, preferably in a correctional healthcare settingCurrent CPR certificateProficient with electronic medical recordsAbility to pass pre-employment Level 2 clearance to include a background check and drug screen Armor Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants. We comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including but not limited to those that prohibit discrimination based on color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, immigration status, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran's status, and citizenship.