What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Nursing position at Creekwood Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Position Type: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
Creekwood Nursing & Rehabilitation is a 104 bed skilled nursing facility located in the heart of Russellville, a small community located in Western Kentucky known for its treasure trove of shops and good eats. We are currently seeking an RN for our Assistant Director of Nursing position! We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, Bucketlist rewards program and more!
Are you an individual with a passion for geriatrics? Do you desire a rewarding career, a supportive management team, excellent benefits, and ample opportunity for advancement? If so, consider joining the Creekwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Team! Our facility is comprised of professionals dedicated to maintaining the highest quality of life for those served while encouraging the support of family, friends, and community.
At Creekwood Nursing & Rehabilitation, it is more than a job, it's an opportunity to be part of a family that deeply influences the lives of our staff and residents daily. We strive to maintain a culture that is centered on teamwork, commitment, and servant-based tenets, diligently working to provide individualized resident-centered care.
ADON DUTIES:
- Meet the nursing medical needs of all residents
- Responsible for coordinating infection control
- Responsible for educating the staff
- Assist with compliance and ensure effective communication with all levels of nursing staff
- 24 hours on call
- Coordinate and direct the total planning for nursing services
- Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory and practice
- Responsible for the accurate and timely completion of medical records
- Assist with interviewing, hiring, and orienting new nursing staff
- Oversee daily staffing process
- Maintain flexibility with work schedule to address unpredictable needs
ADON REQUIREMENTS:
- Active RN license required
- Long-Term Care experience required
- Management experience preferred
- Staff education experience preferred
- Excellent Communication Skills required
- Evidence of basic leadership skills and supervision
- Flexible hours required
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.
