Assistant Director of Nursing

3 months ago

Little Rock, United States University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Full time

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Closing Date:

07/21/2024


Type of Position:


Job Type:

Regular


Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No


Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences


The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

ICE | NRSL ADON


Department's Website:


Summary of Job Duties:

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) for Integrated Clinical Enterprise (ICE) is an integral part of Nursing Service Line (NSL). This position provides clinical leadership, direction and decision making for the hospital as it relates to timely and appropriate clinical care. The ADON works collaboratively with Administration, clinical staff and various departments and services to facilitate clinical care activities. This includes patient flow and nurse staffing. The ADON will ensure that clinical operations are efficient,
integrated and highly oriented to providing a positive patient experience. The ADON supports and enhances relationships with all stakeholder groups, especially employees.


Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (or have
plans to complete this within 3 years)

5 or more years of Registered Nursing experience

3 or more years of experience in a supervisory capacity

Valid RN License

Strong work ethics and accountability

Excellent communication skills

Basic computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Nursing or other Health-related profession from an accredited
school/college of Nursing

10 or more years of Registered Nursing experience

5 or more years of experience in a supervisory capacity

Critical care experience

ACLS, Certification specific to specialty

Experience with EPIC as EMR


Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

Monitors bed availability, in-house transfer and anticipated discharges by making periodic, frequent rounds on all patient care units

Responsible for staffing of inpatient units

Responsible for bed management and patient flow

Attends Daily Safety Huddle and reports Capacity status and the status of Patient Care Staffing

Facilitates patient flow throughout the institution

Communicates any Operational issues/concerns with Administrator on call

Communicates any Clinical issues/concerns with the Chief Medical Officer on call

Determines capacity status and discusses status with CMO. Notifies appropriate leaders and departments of status changes

Serves as resource for all nursing staff

Manages requests for admission, communicating with physicians, clinic staff, in-house staff or the ED and PACU and others as needed

Communicates bed availability and patient assignments with Bed Management Office to ensure a current Bed Board

Rounds on inpatient units, ensuring real time availability of management for staff members

Responds to all medical emergencies (rapid responses, codes, etc.)

Develops contingency plans to ensure flexibility and unit responsiveness

Provides direction and is responsible for staffing decisions, and consults with CSM or Director, as needed, for direction

Maintains final accountability for placement of staff from nursing pools

Facilitates the ongoing evaluation and innovation of services provided by organized nursing services and the organization as a whole

Monitors for any safety concerns and reports findings to appropriate leadership

Participates in the development, interpretation, implementation, and on-going evaluation of policies and procedures related
patient care and resource management

Serves as Incident Commander of EOC (Emergency Operations Center) until leadership arrives

Participates in professional/institutional advancement

Participates in continuing education

May perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

Heavy Work | Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

Constant Physical Activities:

Hearing

Frequent Physical Activities:

Feeling

Grasping

Lifting

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Pulling

Pushing

Sharps

Standing

Talking

Occasional Physical Activities:

Crawling

Crouching

Kneeling

Reaching

Sitting

Stooping

Walking


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume


Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contactfor any recruiting related questions.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:


This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 


Constant Physical Activity:


Frequent Physical Activity:


Occasional Physical Activity:


Benefits Eligible:

Yes

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