Qualifications of a Director of Nursing

Feb 17, 2009 02:07 PM

by nurse_0077

Hi everyone.

I wanted to know what is the guideline or qualifications to be a Director of Nursing for a Home Health Agency?

Please advise.

Nurse_0077
Los Angeles, CA

cyadontwannabeya · Feb 17, 2009, 02:46 PM

Re: Qualifications of a Director of Nursing

Most places I have worked require that the DON have at least a BSRN or a Masters of Nursing. These were mainly hospitals.

*caliotter3* · Feb 17, 2009, 06:43 PM

Re: Qualifications of a Director of Nursing

BSN or MSN. Minimum of five years home health experience.

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Qualifications of a Director of Nursing

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