What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) position at NHS Management Services?
Job Description
Working with us means being part of something special : A team that is passionate about making an impact on our patients’ lives each and every day. Unlike the typical hospital setting, our facility offers you the unique opportunity to walk alongside patients on their road to recovery from many different conditions. As you care for and help patients achieve goals and regain independence, you can form significant relationships with them and celebrate the successes they experience along the way.
We are in search of a qualified Assistant Director of Nursing- ADON :
Assists the Director of Nursing with management of the nursing department.
Assists Director of Nursing in ensuring compliance with regulations for documentation from physicians and nursing personnel and ensuring that all regional policies / procedures are implemented.
Make rounds daily to direct the work of employees and to observe for hazards, work duty problems, and ensure services are delivered to clients consistent with needs.
Assists with Continuous Quality Improvement and corrective follow-up actions.
Follows up daily on each unit to ensure changes in status are reported and recorded and that services are provided.
Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, completes chart audits and reports results and progress, and makes recommendations for improvement to the Director of Nursing.
Ensures proper infection control techniques are utilized.
Maintains effective communication with families, residents and facility staff.
Qualifications :
Current R.N. license by State required with experience in the long term care or working with the geriatric population preferred.
Must have at least three years nursing experience and one year supervisory experience.
Clerical ability is necessary to read reports and utilize data accurately for other purposes.
Skill in organizing and planning programs and managing personnel to provide nursing service for residents.
Ability to plan and direct the department, coordinating with other departments.
We offer the following benefits for you and your family :
Competitive Wages
Elite Low Cost Gold PlanBlue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance
Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Vision Insurance
401K with company match
Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation
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