“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I’d be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live...”  - Client from Telecare  

What You Will Do to Change Lives  

The Floating DON is responsible for activities and functions related to the administration of patient care systems, nursing areas and departments on an interim basis.  This position will provide DON functions intermittently in assigned programs. This position will travel extensively as they will be working in different locations as needed. 

Shifts Available:  

Full Time position with 100% travel. Hours can fluctuate based on program needs but working hours will be approx 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday 

Expected starting wage range is $136,906.57 - $169,119.80.  The full wage range goes up to $201,333.04.  Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges.  The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed.  Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. 

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have) 

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and four (4) years of experience with two (2) in psychiatric nursing and two (2) years in a supervisory capacity OR a baccalaureate degree in nursing and (2) years of experience, including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity  Current valid licensure as an RN in the state of residency, and/or eligible for licensure in the state of operation  Personal car that you are willing to drive for work.  Personal car insurance with your name listed as a driver. 

What’s In It for You*  

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan   Paid Time Off: For FT Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year   Nine Paid Holidays   Career growth opportunity: company has grown 10%+ yearly for the past 5 years   For more information visit:  https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits  

What You Will Love About Working at Telecare  

Culture of power-with not power-over    Your contribution is valued    Opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of clinical professionals    Personal commitment to the mission from your team and colleagues   Diverse mental health program types with lifelong career advancement opportunities  

What You Will Do  

Requires travel 100%.  Assignments to a location providing Interim DON functions in new business and/or in the event of program vacancy will vary and may be 2 to 3-month assignments  Plans, organizes, directs and controls nursing services  Develops departmental goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures; organizes the department to meet legal, organizational and medical staff guidelines; functions in an advisory capacity to the Administrator in evaluating procedural changes as they relate to care of members served  Makes use of management practices that include empowerment of staff, the provision of clear and concise expectations regarding duties assigned employees, frequent feedback focusing on both positive and problematic aspects of work performance and other management practices that are consistent with Continuous Quality Improvement  Collaborates with other administrative staff in strategic planning activities with the goal of ensuring ongoing effectiveness of the facility  Is available to assist at other Telecare facilities, which may involve travel  Establishes staffing requirements and recommends to administration the numbers and classifications of personnel to be employed  Directs the recruitment, selection and when necessary disciplinary action within the Nursing Department  Implements the safety program and actively participates in reducing Workers Compensation  Establishes standards for procurement of supplies and equipment for the department  Manages the Nursing Department within allocated budgetary parameters and participates in the development of the fiscal budget  Ensures that the nursing department is in compliance with all related state, federal and local licensing regulations and requirements  Oversees and ensures medication management and infection control standards  Collaborates with leadership team and all departments on quality initiatives  Coordinates nursing services with other clinical and ancillary services.  In the process of accomplishing this, promotes the cost-effective use of personnel, supplies and equipment  Participates and encourages participation from staff in activities, including professional and trade organizations, that promote mental health services  Establishes and defines standards which ensure safe and therapeutically effective care  Assesses the quality of care rendered by the Nursing Department and ensures sound practice  Establishes and maintains a comprehensive Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement program within the Nursing Department which includes frequent collaboration with other departments, employee education and a focus on monitoring departmental standards and actively removing barriers to the provision of high-quality care  Is an active participant of all committees involving members served safety, nursing policies, practices and procedures 

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type  

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.  

DON, Nursing, Registered Nurse, RN, Manager, Supervisor

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.