What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Nursing position at New Franklin Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing?
Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility
- Direct, oversee and evaluate assigned nursing personnel (registered nurses, LPN etc.)
- Review PRIs for potential admissions
- Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director as necessary/required, concerning the operation of the nursing service department.
- Periodically review the department's policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc. Make recommendations for revisions of policies, procedures, etc., to the Director of Nursing Services.
- Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility's quality assurance program for the nursing service department.
- Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the administrator or director of nursing services.
- Participate in developing, implementing and periodically updating the resident's written discharge plan.
- Assist the resident and Discharge Planning Coordinator in planning the nursing services portion of the resident's discharge plan.
- Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.
- Assist in staffing procedures
Skills
- Experience as a nursing supervisor or assistant director of nursing
- In-depth knowledge of skilled nursing facility procedures
- Understanding of PRIs, MDS and Nursing Home Quality Indicators
- Great knowledge of legal regulations and best practices in healthcare
- Willingness to keep abreast of changing standards in nursing administration
- Excellent ability to lead and develop personnel
- Great communication and people skills
- Outstanding organizational and stress management skills
- Aptitude in problem-solving
- Valid RN license and CPR certification
Benefits:
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Nurse Management: 1 year (Preferred)
- License:
- RN (Required)
- Nursing Degree: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (Preferred)
Additional Compensation:
- Bonuses
