Assistant Director of Nursing

Position Purpose: Assists in organizing and administering the department of nursing while providing quality nursing care and assumes responsibilities delegated by the Director of Nursing. This is a salary position. Essential Functions of Position: * Assists in supervising the assignment and scheduling of nursing staff to meet resident needs * Provides nursing care on shift when needed. * Assists and cooperates with medical staff. * Assists in solving nursing service problems. * Assists in Implementing company forms/systems and policies and procedures. * Assists in supervising the maintenance of records of nursing, medical and related services. * Assists in validating the accuracy of Care Plans. * Supports the facility policies and programs to instill a better understanding and acceptance by the staff. * Participates in facility quality improvement program. * Conducts in-service programs and orientation programs. * Reviews physician orders daily and monthly, and participates in triple check process * As requested, assists with DON responsiblities * Supervises and evaluates implementation of the Residents Rights. * Supervises RN's and LVNs. * Participates and attends periodic in-services and staff meetings. * Perform additional duties as assigned. Education / Requirements: Two (2) years previous nursing experience required, preferably working with a geriatric long-term care population, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensed to practice nursing in state of employment. r

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