Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Role Overview:

As the Assistant Director of Nursing Services (ADON), you will be responsible for providing effective clinical and administrative services for the nursing department. In this position, you will assist in the execution of IVH's vision, mission, and goals by collaborating and engaging the nursing support team and other departments.

This position typically works 7.5-hour days Monday through Friday. This position is in the on-call rotation with the other Assistant Directors of Nursing. The on-call rotation is typically one week per month.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $80,600.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Provide administrative and clinical leadership for nursing personnel.
• Collaborate with leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of program goals and objectives.
• Assist in overseeing the development and implementation of program specific needs and therapeutic outcomes.
• Assist in responding and offering leadership during emergency situations involving patients and/or staff within the hospital.
• Provide education and training on facility and nursing policy and procedures while monitoring compliance.
• Identify problems and implement corrective actions to address patient care/staff issues.
• Ensure routine rounds are being conducted for the safety and security of the patients/residents and staff.
• Evaluate and monitor patient care and assist in creating treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical staff.
• Act as a liaison with other disciplines to communicate and problem solve on patient/resident needs.
• Serve on facility committees and make recommendations on nursing matters.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees.  Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures. 
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited college.
• License to practice nursing in the State of Indiana as a Registered Nurse.
• One (1) year of previous supervisory experience.
• Must hold and maintain a CPR.
• Must stay current with behavioral intervention training.
• Proficiency in computer skills and ability to learn other programs used in maintaining electronic medical records.
• Ability to mentor, train, and present to a large population.
• Good interpersonal skills and effective communication skills.
• Ability to understand and apply of medical and facility terminology.
• Ability to use MS Office applications and electronic patient records.
• Ability to serve as a patient advocate.
• Knowledge of and the ability to interpret nursing and facility policies and procedures.
• Additional knowledge and/or ability may be required based on the population the facility will serve such as: children, adolescents, geriatrics, etc.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $80,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• West Lafayette, IN 47906 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• West Lafayette, IN 47906: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,600