Assistant Director of Nursing RN at Senior Living Communities

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Now accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Nursing RN. ADON implements standards of resident care on a 24-hour basis in the SNF units of the campus. This position oversees the nursing aspects, directing and evaluating of all Skilled Nursing personnel providing direct resident care within the campus.

POSITION SUMMARY:

ADON implements standards of resident care on a 24-hour basis in the SNF units of the campus. This position oversees the nursing aspects, directing and evaluating of all Skilled Nursing personnel providing direct resident care within the campus. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains residents’ charts to include all admission documents, care plans, records of care, and any other documents required by state regulatory agencies.
• Operates the SNF areas in compliance with all regulations from federal, state, or any other governmental agencies having jurisdiction over the campus and act as liaison between the campus and regulatory agencies.
• Implements the administration of resident medications, assesses response to medications and treatments and makes appropriate adjustments or recommendations for nursing activity to be implemented
• Participates in and leads staff meetings and implements nursing program
• Conducts daily resident rounds and initiates corrective action as necessary
• Participates in and attends all in-service training and education programs as scheduled
• Other duties as assigned. 

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Technical Skills – Individual must demonstrate current and ongoing competence in tasks assigned which indicates a specialized skill in this area above and beyond the average.
• Communication – Demonstrates an ability to effectively and regularly transfer information to necessary parties to improve the quality of work and to provide the supervisor with actionable, accurate data.
• Initiative – Is self-motivated and personally competitive.  Wants to achieve for the good of the Company and the team. Seeks additional work when they have capacity.  Demonstrates an ability and desire to bring new ideas and solutions to the supervisor on an ongoing basis.
• Flexibility – The ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions.  The ability to navigate obstacles with ease and professionalism.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to ideas and tries new things
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; encourages others and asks for help when needed.  Exhibits patience and compassion.
• Professionalism – Ensures service is delivered on time and is of the highest quality. Assumes responsibility for mistakes. Presents themselves in a manner which enhances the brand image.  Understands that no information is truly private and conducts online or social networking activities accordingly.
• Ethics – Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works ethically and with integrity; upholds the Company’s Guiding Principles:
  • People First, Always
  • We Exist to Serve our Members
  • We Have a Responsibility to be Full

 Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Expected Hours of Work: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• This position is very active and requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and climbing.
• This position will be required to lift or carry weight up to 50 lbs. and ability to push up to 250 pounds independently.
• The individual must use proper body mechanics to assist residents in their daily living.
• This position regularly requires long hours and frequent night and weekend work.

TRAVEL: No travel is expected although occasional travel may be required for training sessions, continuing education opportunities, emergency situations, and other company functions.

 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two or Four year college or university degree required.
• Current state licensure as a Nurse is required.
• Two years’ experience in a similar healthcare position required.
• Five years of healthcare experience desired.
• Remain in good standing with all standards of the Nurse Practice Act.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
• Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
• Ability to use Electronic Records and miscellaneous software and office equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.