Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) Job Opening

An equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, race, ethnicity, gender, religion, or otherwise. Minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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POSITION PURPOSE:
Assists in organizing and administering the department of nursing while providing quality nursing care and assumes responsibilities delegated by the Director of Nursing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:

• Assists in supervising the assignment and scheduling of nursing staff to meet resident needs
• Provides nursing care on shift when needed.
• Assists and cooperates with medical staff.
• Assists in solving nursing service problems.
• Assists in Implementing company forms/systems and policies and procedures.
• Assists in supervising the maintenance of records of nursing, medical and related services.
• Assists in validating the accuracy of MOS and Care Plans.
• Supports the facility policies and programs to instill a better understanding and acceptance by the staff.
• Participates in facility quality improvement program.
• Conducts in-service programs and orientation programs.
• Reviews physician orders daily and monthly, and participates in triple check process.
• As requested, assists with DON responsibilities.
• Supervises and evaluates implementation of the Residents Rights.
• Supervises RN’s and LVNs.
• Participates and attends periodic in-services and staff meetings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION / REQUIREMENTS:
RN Licensure active without restriction in the state of operation. Two (2) years previous nursing experience required, preferably working with a geriatric long term care population; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensed to practice nursing in state of employment.