Assistant Director of Nursing

New Hire Rate: $105,000 - $110,000 Annual Salary

We offer the Following:

• Premium Compensation
• Great Benefits Package
• Professional Growth & Stability

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Job Summary:

The Assistant Director of Nursing in collaboration with the Director of Nursing ensures department resources are being utilized in an efficient and economic manner to enable each resident to attain and/or maintain the highest practical physical, mental and psychosocial well-being. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, medical professionals and consultants to develop, support and coordinate resident care, related administrative functions and to represent the interests of the facility. Establishes open communication and support to the unit Mangers to assist in problem solving and oversight of the staff and operations of the nursing unit and resident care. The Assistant Director of Nursing is available to residents and families, seeking assistance with the resolution of complaint/concerns not effectively addressed by the unit Mangers. Activity participates in quality assurance monitoring of nursing operations as designated by the Director of Nursing. Effectively provides education and support to the nursing staff. Oversees and monitors infection control reports and monitoring for the facility. The Assistant Director of Nursing assumes authority, responsibility and accountability for the delivery of nursing services in the facility in the absence of the Director of Nursing and acts as a liaison to the Department of Health and other government agencies in her absence and/or as directed.

Education, Qualifications and Credentials:

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Must possess a current NYS license as a Registered Professional Nurse. Responsible for maintaining re-licensure requirements per regulations. Current CPR certification.
• A minimum of two years of nursing experience in a skilled nursing facility is required and a minimum of two years? experience in a nursing administration role or comparable management position.
• Must possess and demonstrate a high degree of leadership, organizational ability and effective communication skills. Knowledge of skilled nursing care management, policies and procedures, personnel management and strong clinical skills/best practice is required.

Essential Job Functions:

The employee must be able to perform each essential function effectively to be successful in this position.

• In collaboration with the Director of Nursing develops, maintains and implements nursing policies and procedures that conform to current standards of nursing practice, facility philosophy and operational policies while maintaining compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
• Communicates and interprets policies and procedures to nursing staff and monitors staff practices and implementation.
• May participate in admission decisions and/or visit prospective residents before admission as requested a by the Director of Nursing.
• Participates in daily/weekly management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, personnel or resident complaints/concerns.
• In collaboration with the Director of Nursing evaluates the work performance of nursing personnel.
• Performs rounds on the nursing unit to ensures delivery of appropriate services and care, staff coverage, absence of odors, general cleanliness of the facility and nursing units.
• Assists with adherence of facility policies and administers disciplinary actions in accordance with operational/union policies as appropriate.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.

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