The RN Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing (DON) in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Nursing Services department to assure patient safety and attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial we in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Reports to Director of Nursing (DON)
Working Conditions:
- Rotating weekend supervision responsibilities
Attends and participate in continuing education programs
- Works in department as well as throughout facility
- Subject to frequent interruptions
- Involved with patients, associates, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances
- Subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, etc.
- Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily as necessary
- Subject to falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc. throughout the workday
- Possible exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and hepatitis B viruses
Education, Experience, and Licensure/Certifications
- Must have an ASN or BSN from accredited college or university
- Must be currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
- Two (2) years' geriatric nursing experience preferred, preferably in post-acute care
- Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Requirements
- Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
- Maintains a liaison with patients, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for patient needs
- Must have expert knowledge in field of practice
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Must be knowledgeable of nursing administration practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing administration functions in the post-acute care facility
- Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the nursing administration department
- Must perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas
- Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
- Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
- Promotes a culture of integrity, maintains an “open door” policy, and does not participate in or allow retaliation against those who report good faith concerns
- Actively implements the compliance program and Code of Conduct and ensures 100% participation by department staff
Essential Functions
- Must be able to assist the DON in planning, developing, implementing, evaluating and directing the Nursing Services department
- Must be able to interview, select, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise nursing staff
- Must be able to assist with overseeing care provided by nursing staff
- Must be able to oversee infection control responsibilities
- Must be able to assume the duties of the DON in his or her absence
- Must be able to provide direct nursing care as necessary
- Must be able to perform functions of a staff nurse as required
- Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
- Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients
- Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
- Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
- Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
- Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- Must be able to lift 35 lbs floor to waist, lift 35 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 35 lbs, and push/pull 35 lbs
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
- Long term care
- Rehabilitation center
- Skilled nursing facility
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person