he work requires knowledge of nursing administration
policies, procedures, and regulations.

There are three classifications in this job. The classification level is determined by the
application of the Professional Managerial Position Evaluation System.

Position Code Title Registered Nurse Director-1
Registered Nurse Director 15
The employee serves as the overall assistant director of nursing at a standard facility.

Position Code Title Registered Nurse Director-2
Registered Nurse Director 16
The employee serves as the overall assistant director of nursing at a complex facility, or
as the overall director of nursing at a standard facility.

Position Code Title Registered Nurse Director-3
Registered Nurse Director 17
The employee serves as the overall director of nursing at a complex facility.

JOB DUTIES
NOTE: The job duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by
positions in this job classification. Not all duties assigned to every
position are included, nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned
every duty.

Selects and assigns staff, ensuring equal employment opportunity in hiring and
promotion.

Coordinates activities by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and directing
the work of subordinate employees.

Evaluates and verifies employee performance through the review of completed work
assignments and work techniques.
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Identifies staff development and training needs and ensures that training is obtained.

Ensures proper labor relations and conditions of employment are maintained.

Maintains records, prepares reports, and composes correspondence relative to the
work.

Develops, implements, and evaluates nursing programs, nursing care plans, and
objectives for the work area.

Supervises and participates in the provision of general nursing care services.

Supervises admissions, conducts assessment of patients needs, and initiates nursing
care plans.

Evaluates and documents patient progress and prepares discharge summaries and
transfer notes.

Oversees the development of community residential settings, including policies and
procedures for client placement, and coordinates community nursing activities with
those of social work staff to ensure continuity of care.

Conducts research and surveys pertaining to nursing and health education issues, and
prepare reports.

Serves as liaison between staff and other areas within the facility at large, and as an
advisor to other disciplines.

Assesses needs for personnel, supplies, equipment, and physical facilities for budget
planning and preparation.

Participates in clinical conferences, workshops, seminars, and related forums.

Participates in agency or facility security procedures.

Performs additional work as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
NOTE: Thorough knowledge in the areas listed is required at the 15 level and
extensive knowledge is required at the 16 and 17 levels.

Knowledge of general nursing principles and practices.

Knowledge of medication and treatments. R
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Knowledge of state and federal laws and legislative processes related to nursing
programs.

Knowledge of current literature in the field of nursing and hospital administration.

Knowledge of policies, procedures, and standards used in nursing practices.

Knowledge of methods of planning, developing, and administering nursing programs.

Knowledge of supervisory and training techniques.

Knowledge of labor relations and equal employment opportunity policies and
procedures.

Knowledge of the principles of administrative management, including organization,
planning, staffing, training, and budgeting.

Ability to develop, direct, and evaluate a nursing administration.

Ability to coordinate the nursing program with other facility treatment programs.

Ability to remain calm during stressful situations.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to maintain favorable public relations.

Ability to maintain records, prepare reports, and compose correspondence related to the
work.

Working Conditions
Jobs are located in a correctional facility, mental health facility, or veterans hospital.

Physical Requirements
None.

Education
Possession of a bachelors degree in nursing.

Experience
Registered Nurse Director 15
Two years of experience equivalent to a Registered Nurse 14 or Registered Nurse
Manager 14.
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Registered Nurse Director 16 and 17
Three years of experience equivalent to a Registered Nurse 14 or Registered Nurse
Manager 14, or two years equivalent to a Registered Nurse Manager 15 or Registered
Nurse Director 15.

Alternate Education and Experience
Registered Nurse Director 15
Possession of a masters degree in nursing and one year of experience equivalent to a
Registered Nurse 14 or Registered Nurse Manager 14 may be substituted for the
education and experience requirements.

Registered Nurse Director 16 and 17
Possession of a masters degree in nursing and two years of experience equivalent to a
Registered Nurse 14 or Registered Nurse Manager 14; or, possession of a masters
degree in nursing and one year of experience equivalent to a Registered Nurse
Manager 15 or Registered Nurse Director 15 may be substituted for the education and
experience requirements.

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications
Possession of Michigan licensure as a Registered Nurse.

Positions in the Department of Community Health may require possession of a masters
degree.

NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide
the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an
individual basis.

JOB CODE, POSITION TITLES AND CODES, AND COMPENSATION INFORMATION
Job Code
Job Code Description
REGNURDIR Registered
Nurse
Director

Position Title
Position Code
Pay Schedule
Registered Nurse Director-1
REGNDIR1
NERE-048
Registered Nurse Director-2
REGNDIR2
NERE-049
Registered Nurse Director-3
REGNDIR3
NERE-050


ECP Group 3
Revised 2/9/07
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