What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) position at Care Pavilion Nursing and Rehab?
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Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) assumes delegated responsibility and accountability for the provision of resident care according to professional standards of nursing practice in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. Implements nursing policies and procedures that reflect facility mission and philosophy. Conducts education, infection control, quality assurance and admission screening functions as assigned. Utilizes resources in an efficient and economic manner to ensure that each resident achieves the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well-being. Oversees the nutrition, wound, restraints, and restorative programs of the facility.
- Responsible for making daily rounds on unit to supervise, observe, examine, interview residents, evaluate staffing needs, monitor regulatory compliance, to achieve the care environment and to evaluate staff interactions and clinical skills competency.
- Develops and maintains nursing policies and procedures that reflect current standards of nursing practice and facility philosophy of care consistent with state and federal laws and regulations. Communicates and interprets policies and procedures to nursing staff. Monitors practice for effective implementation.
- Establishes and implements infection control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment and to prevent the development of disease and infection. Conducts infection control surveillance activities to investigate, control and prevent infections in the facility. Provides consultation to all departments on application of infection control principles and procedures to specific situations.
- Screens prospective admissions for level of care, anticipated needs and length of stay, presence of mental illness or mental retardation as required by federal regulations. Collects and reviews available records, interviews resident, designated family members with consent of resident and legal representative. Conveys information to unit staff and assists staff to prepare for admission of new resident.
Audits clinical records for accuracy and completeness of comprehensive resident assessments, effective documentation reflecting resident responses to interventions and consistent implementation of plans of care by all staff and professionals, on all shifts. Incorporates information and findings from chart audits performed by Director of Medical Records and ensures ongoing staff training initiatives to improve documentation skills of nursing staff.
Participates in QA activities as assigned.
