Assistant Director of Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Prestige Care Center of Plattsmouth is looking for a results orientated Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), with strong leadership, communication skilled, and most importantly - a desire to care for our residents!

Required Qualifications for Assistant Director of Nursing:

A Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.

Must have, as a minimum, three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing home, or other related health care facility.

Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in practicing state.

Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.

Current CPR certification

Major Duties and Responsibilities of an Assistant Director of Nursing:

• Assists the Director of Nursing in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating and directing the day-to-day operations of the Nursing Services department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations.

• Interprets and communicates policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation.

• Participates in all admission decisions as indicated.

• Participates in daily or weekly management team meetings to discuss census changes, resident changes in status, complaints or concerns.

• Assists in evaluating work performance of all nursing personnel and implements discipline according to operational policies.

• Participates in QAPI or facility assessment activities as needed, such as carrying out duties assigned as part of a performance improvement committee.

• Facilitates, serves, attends or participates in various committees of the facility as appointed.

• Ensures delivery of compassionate quality care and nursing supervision as evidenced by adequate staff coverage on the units, general cleanliness, and maintaining optimal resident functions.

• Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team, physicians, consultants, and community agencies to identify and resolve issues and improve the quality of services.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance

• Dental & Vision

• PTO

• Holiday Pay

• 401k after 1 year of employment

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