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Lynchburg

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Position Summary The DON ensures that all nursing activities meet professional standards and patient care protocols. They supervise and enforce established nursing protocols and policies, monitor outcomes, and implement evidence-based practices to maintain high-quality care across the facilities. Required Education and Experience Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college is required and/or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Five years as an RN with supervisory experience Registered Nurse Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of nursing best practices. Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to mental health, physical health, intellectual disabilities and substance abuse. Knowledge of psychiatric/medical medications/treatments. Knowledge of behavioral healthcare medical terminology. Knowledge and ability to administer medications. Knowledge and ability to analyze situations accurately and develop appropriate responses or techniques. Ability to communicate effectively in order to facilitate treatment and relay information to others as part of an interdisciplinary team. Ability to perform medical interviews in order to obtain information and to formulate appropriate treatment plans and referrals. Ability to promote positive, collaborative, and professional working relations among co-workers and representatives in the community. Ability to record data and complete documentation within established expectations and by communicated deadlines. Ability to respond effectively to changes in the work environment in a positive and professional manner. Ability to work in and contribute to a collaborative team environment. Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holiday, etc.) as required. Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver s license. May be called upon to travel to any Horizon worksite; transport clients, provide services to client @other locations. Regular attendance at trainings and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites; Ability to participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training; includes both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed.

THE BEST BENEFITS FOR THOSE WHO TAKE CARE OF THE COMMUNITY

We re proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon s annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community throughout the year. Horizon s clinical sites are

NHSC/HRSA

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