Assistant Director of Nursing ADON
4 weeks ago
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
To perform this job, an individual must accomplish each essential function satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Recognize and respond to changes in residents conditions and document observations, interventions and outcomes
Evaluate resident conditions; assist in development of overall care plans for residents and restorative activities
Review and re-write care initiatives as directed
Order medications from facility pharmacy
Assist in facilitating the coordination of nursing services leave with interdisciplinary team
Assist in reviewing, monitoring, intervention and documentation of complaints and grievances from residents, families, visitors and employees
Assist in organizing, managing, reviewing, monitoring, authorizing and administering nursing care functions for residents within the facility
Assist with the scheduling report of personnel as well as the daily assignments of individuals working in the Nursing Services Department
Assist in making routine rounds; conduct tours with others
Monitor the workplace for possible health and safety hazards, assist in the development and conducting of routine health and safety; back care training programs to prevent worker injuries
Coordinate with workers comp coordinator and offer reasonable accommodations for early return to work programs
Assist the DON with evaluating the competencies of nursing staff
Follow and assist in the development and implementation of universal precautions and isolation procedures; assist in reviewing and monitoring compliance by staff
Assist in inventorying, identifying and monitoring the storage of equipment, supplies, etc.
Assist in planning and developing of in-service education for staff on related nursing services functions; conduct training as directed
Participate in various meetings of the facility, such as care plan conferences, infection control, quality assessment and assurance, and any others as assigned by the DON
Assist in determining the staffing needs of the Nursing Services Department, including the recruitment and hiring of nursing personnel
Meet with nursing personnel, as scheduled, to assist identify and correct problems, and/or the improvement of services
Assist in arranging for and overseeing resident admissions, transfers and discharges
Other duties as assigned
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Encourage an atmosphere of optimism, warmth and interest in residents personal and health care needs
Assist in maintaining a reference library of written nursing materials that will assist the Nursing Services Department to meet residents needs and comply with state and federal regulations
Maintain privacy and confidentiality of records, conditions, and other information relating to residents, employees and facility
Attend and participate in orientation programs, on-going training and educational classes
Participate in surveys made by authorized government agencies
Perform emergency procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Recognize, intervene and report accidents and incidents when they occur
Successful completion of required training
Handle multiple priorities effectively
Reliable transportation
Required Computer Software/Equipment used:
Various operating systems
Scheduling systems
EHR
Standard office equipment
Microsoft Suite applications
Desktop, laptop and/or iPad
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Standard medical equipment
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience:
o Preferred two (2) years experience in supervision of others in a health care institution
o Minimum of one (1) year experience implementing total patient care and care planning
o Minimum of (6) months experience in geriatric and/or psychiatric nursing
License/Certification(s):
o Registered Nursing Degree required
o Registered Nurse in the State of Tennessee
o Current CPR Certification
COMPANY COMPETENCIES:
Respect We treat people as they want to be treated, showing regard for their rights and privacy
Integrity We emphasize honesty, fairness, and doing the right thing even when no one is watching
Teamwork We work collaboratively to improve processes, resolve problems and reward results
Excellence We hold ourselves to the highest standards, aspiring to zero defects in every task
Compassion We respond to those who need help with sensitivity and a positive attitude
Professionalism We perform our duties with skill, good judgement and politeness
JOB COMPETENCIES:
1. Analytical Thinking: Able to gather and analyze data and reach appropriate conclusion; solves problems in a timely manner. Use logic and reasoning to identify changes in patients conditions to determine the correct plan of action.
2. Customer and Personal Service: Possess good interpersonal skills while dealing with emotional or difficult situations; respond promptly to customers needs. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing personal services, including needs assessment; meeting quality standards.
3. Accountability: Accepts responsibility for own decisions, actions and results; able to maintain dependable behavior in times of crisis or complexity.
4. Attendance: Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered; returns from lunch and breaks appropriately; arrives at meetings on time; notifies supervisor of pending absences.
5. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively; listens and receives clarification.
6. Ethical Behavior: Upholds organizational values and abides by state and federal regulations; maintains confidentiality of HIPAA information; treats others with respect.
7. Initiative: Seeks increased responsibility; sets self-improvement goals related to the organizations objectives.
8. Job and Industry Knowledge: Demonstrates knowledge of the position and industry; seeks additional information.
9. Productivity and Quality of Work: Maintains high level of performance while demonstrating commitment to accuracy and thoroughness.
10. Teamwork: Displays ease working with others; contributes ideas and skills to team; puts success of team above own interests. Communicates with co-workers at all levels to adequately meet the needs of patients.
SCOPE AND LEVEL OF WORK:
Complexity: Work assignment is performed within an established framework under general instructions but requires simultaneous coordination of assigned functions or projects in various stages of completion.
Decision Making: Exercises judgment and discretion, and is responsible for determining the time, place and sequence of the work performed.
Communications: Contacts with the public or employees where explanatory or interpretive information is exchanged, defended, and gathered and discretion and judgment are required within the parameters of the job function.
Supervision Received: Performs work with supervisory oversight. Under general supervision, receives assignments and is expected to carry them through to completion with substantial independence. Work is reviewed for adherence to instructions, accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standard practice or precedent. Recurring work clearly covered by guidelines may or may not be reviewed.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES:
Organize workflow; ensure employees understand their duties or delegated tasks
Monitor employee productivity; provide constructive feedback and coaching
Maintain staff by recruiting, orienting, and training employees
Occasionally needs managers direction due to extraordinary circumstances
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Audio-Visual: Hearing: Good
Ability to lift to 40 pounds
Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing and pulling
Work is typically performed in a standard nursing facility; well-lit; comfortable temperature-controlled
Above-average conversational noise is frequent
Position may require flexible hours, unscheduled overtime or occasional week-end work
Travel may be required
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SAFETY EXPECTATIONS:
Work safely and follow safety rules
Report unsafe working conditions and behaviors
Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices
Education Required- Associates or better
- Registered Nurse
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