Assistant Director of Nursing ADON

Advanced Rehabilitation and Healthcare of Athens • Full-time • Athens, TX, US • 3d ago

Job Purpose:

To manage administrative and functional areas or programs within the Nursing Services Department, and to assist the Director of Nursing in overall operation of the Department in accordance with facility policies, and Standards of nursing practices and government regulations, so as to maintain excellent

care of all the Resident’s needs

Essential job Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Management:

Manage areas or programs to include carrying out, coordinating, or managing administrative functions and area or programs related to Nursing Services which may include departmental documentation or medical records, nursing supplies, ancillary supplies or services, facility QA, Care Plans, MDS, Infection Control Program, TILES, Restorative Care, Skin Care Program, Medicare, Special Restraint or Medication Programs, Light Duty or Safety Program, Staff Scheduling, Selection, Training,

Orientation or related functions and such duties that may include supervision of other staff.

Support Director of Nursing:

Work with or support Director of Nursing, Administrator and Consultants in planning all aspects of nursing service to include interacting with other disciplines and departments. May assist Director of Nursing in monitoring day to day operation of the nursing department, and to establish priorities and manage records, budgets or supplies. Assists or supports the Director of Nursing in managing nursing care to include monitoring quality of care and resident activity, assessment of resident’s status, administer medication and treatments, admissions or discharges; and to consult with family members

and other Health Care professionals.

Stand In:

Fills in as acting Director of Nursing, charge nurse or other nursing positions as needed with limited or

full authority as appropriate

Manage Compliance:

Supports and assists the Director of Nursing to ensure compliance with State, Federal and Company QA standard, to include alerting management of potential non-compliance issues and preparation of correction plans.

Community Relations:

Develops positive relationships on behalf of the Company with Government Regulators, Families,

Areas Health Care Community and the Community at large.

Resident Rights

Ensure understanding of and compliance with all rules regarding residents’ rights.

Other Job Functions:

Care Plans:

Assist and participate in developing and implementing a written care plan for individual residents that addresses the needs of the resident.

Staff Development:

Supervise, conduct and participate in department and facility education activities and staff meetings.

Safety and Sanitation:

Monitor environment and care practices of nursing personnel to ensure compliance of established safety, fire and disaster, infection control and ensure all other departmental policies and procedures are followed; and to ensure cleanliness and safety of work and treatment areas

Other Duties:

Other duties as assigned

Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical device):

Works in a climate-controlled and well-lighted environment.. Works in an office and throughout the building daily. Has Category 1 risk of exposure to infectious diseases, but receives training in handwashing practices and Universal Precautions and has access to personal protective equipment if direct exposure is anticipated. Is subject to interruptions, noise, and odors daily

Walking, reaching, climbing, bending, lifting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells, tastes and temperatures, ability to communicate with residents and employees, ability to understand and follow training, ability to instruct staff in service education, and the ability to remain calm under stress.

Qualifications:

Must be a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in good standing and currently licensed by the state. Must be CPR Certified.

Completion of post-secondary education or otherwise able to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job.

Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with other associates.

Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance.

Related experience at a level necessary to accomplish the job. Must be CPR Certified.

Ability to convey, explain, or interpret complex specialized information related to long term care rules and regulations. Hence strong verbal and written communication skills are required. Ability to complete continuing education hours as required by the State.

Must be capable of performing the Essential Job Functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

“At Will” Statement:

This job description provides guidelines only and none of its provisions are contractual in nature. The Job Description does not guarantee employment for any specific period of time or any specific terms or benefits of employment. All employment with the Company is “at will,” meaning that you or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice or cause. No member of the Company’s management staff has the authority to make oral or written promises of employment that are inconsistent with the policy of at-will employment. The at-will nature of employment may only be modified through a written employment agreement signed by the head of

the Company’s governing body and the team member.

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA):

Our Facility is committed to protecting the privacy, security and integrity of individually identifiable health information received from or on behalf of our employees. The Facility adheres to the highest standards of integrity in the performance of its business and is prepared to maintain compliance with HIPPA and other regulatory requirements by adopting and adjusting policies and processes as

necessary. All employees are required to adhere to all HIPPA regulations

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