What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) position at Sandgate Gardens Rehab and Nursing Center?
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Assistant Director of Nursing to join our dynamic team. In this key leadership role, you will work closely with the Director of Nursing to ensure the delivery of exceptional patient care and the smooth operation of our nursing department. In this role, you will also act as the Staff Educator and Infection Control Preventionist.
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) responsibilities:
- Assist Director of Nursing (ADON) in overseeing all nursing functions in our healthcare facility
- Interpret and execute administrative, nursing and resident/patient care policies
- Ensure compliance with government and accrediting agency standards and regulations pertaining to Nursing.
- Ensure that all nursing personnel comply with the written policies and procedures established by the department and the facility.
- Meet with staff regularly in planning the clinical services, programs and activities of the department and to identify and correct problem areas and improve services.
- Make reports and recommendations to the DON concerning the activities of the department
- Collaborate with other departments and disciplines in meeting the residents' needs
- Actively participate in committees such as QA/PI, Infection Control, Safety, Ethics, Leadership and others
- Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies
- Participate in QA/PI programs by providing for the collection and analysis of data for the continuous quality improvement program
- Responsible for New Hire Training of required mandatories; Works directly with Department Heads to assure that department specific requirements are conducted for new hires.
- Ensures that annual mandatories are conducted for all staff.
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) qualifications:
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Florida
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Health Administration is preferred
- Several years of nursing experience in a management role in a healthcare facility
- Comprehensive knowledge of OBRA, Joint Commission and State Rules and Regulations
- Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
- Computer and word processing skills required
- Must be able to read, write and speak the English language, knowledge of other languages helpful
- The ability to deal effectively and professionally with emotional patient/residents, visitors or family members
- The ability to relate to geriatric, informed and sub-acute population
We offer a great benefits package, paid time off, competitive compensation, engaging work atmosphere, innovative training programs, excellent growth opportunities, caring culture, and environment, and so much more!
If you're ready to join a dynamic and compassionate team, where your expertise and leadership will make a significant impact, we want to hear from you! Apply today to become a part of our dedicated team of professionals. We're excited to welcome you into our extraordinary team and embark on a transformative journey together!
An Equal Opportunity Employer!
