What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) position at Campbellsville Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
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.
- Provide nursing care on shift when needed.
- Assists and cooperates with medical staff.
- Assists in solving nursing service problems.
- Assists in implementing company forms, systems, policies, and procedures.
- Assists in supervising the maintenance of records of nursing, medical, and related services.
- Assists in validating the accuracy of MDS 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 the triple-check process.
- As requested, assist with DON responsibilities.
- Supervises and evaluates the implementation of the Resident’s Rights.
- Supervises RNs and LVNs.
- Participates and attends periodic in-services and staff meetings.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS:
Two (2) years of 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 the state of employment.
