Job description

The Health services Director is responsible for the evaluation, planning, organization, and direction of all health services. Ensures quality nursing and medical care is delivered to all clients to promotes their optimum health. Shall be responsible for the appropriate and timely delivery of total health services in accordance with all Federal, State, and Corporate regulations.

Essential

Functions and Scope:

Using brief narrative statements, describe each major function or responsibility explaining the scope of the function as appropriate.

Ensures delivery of total quality client care by directly assigning, supervising, monitoring, and assisting all nursing personnel.

Organizes, and provides oversight of nursing and health care services compliance with Agency, State, and Federal regulations, policies, and best practices.

Directs management of all client health related issues.

Directs all aspects of nursing staff performance evaluations, corrective actions, scheduling, and training of nurses.

Manages clinical and contractual relations with Medical Director, Pharmacists, Laboratories, and all health related consultants.

Acts as liaison with hospitals and clinics where and when clients are receiving health services while away from the Agency.

Maintains budgetary compliance for the health services department.

Ensures effective communication with appropriate Director and Interdisciplinary team of significant changes in the health status or health care needs of the clients.

Provides direct oversight of medication administration and medication chain of custody issues in accordance with State and

Federal guidelines.

 Participates in the development of nursing policy and procedure for Board of Directors approval.

 Monitors and reports relevant Infection Control issues.

 Ensures that client medical records and information is maintained in an accurate and confidential manner.

 Participate as an active member of client’s Individual Support Plan Meetings and Interdisciplinary Team meetings and all

other meetings concerning the care and welfare of the clients served.

 Participates in the admissions evaluations process as needed.

 Assists in recruitment and selection process of any needed nursing personnel.

 Performs other duties as directed.

Job Requirements: Describe the education, knowledge required, years of experience, specific skills and abilities required to do the job on a fully competent basis. Knowledge skills and abilities to perform job duties.

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in good standing in the State of Tennessee

3 years minimum of supervisory experience

Must have valid driver’s license with ability to obtain “F” endorsement

Ability to lift repetitively a minimum of 50 pounds; tasks may include lifting, repositioning,

turning, bending, squatting, etc.

Must possess excellent communication, inter-personal, and organizational skills.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Competencies:

Good oral, written and interpersonal skills.

Maintain confidentiality regarding all documents and communications.

Ability to interpret and follow oral documented procedures, instructions, laws and policies

Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively

Employees Supervised: Indicate the number of employees that report to this position (only complete for exempt supervisory /managerial positions).

Direct supervision of all employees assigned to Health Services including, but not limited to,

RN Supervisor, RN, LPN, Clinical Care Coordinator, Nursing AA

Other Pertinent Job Information:

(Such as, American with Disabilities Act– ADA requirements for certain hourly positions).

Physical environment – tasks may include lifting, repositioning, turning, bending, squatting,etc.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature

and level of the work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

The organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is mutually agreed that this job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is understood that the organization reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including overtime.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ooltewah, TN: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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