Assistant Director of Nursing
Company: Alden Debes Rehabilitation and Health Care Center
Location: Rockford
Posted on: January 22, 2023
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Job Description:
We are seeking an RN who enjoys working with elderly people and
enjoys making a difference in their lives. The right candidate will
have had experience in long term care and be someone who works well
as part of a team of professionals. As a clinical leader in a large
company, you can watch your career grow with Alden. Advancement
opportunities are available and we support you on your journey. Are
you eager to help others? Are you a detail oriented nurse looking
for a change? Do you want to grow as a leader within your company?
Do you like to have FUN while you work? Do you like to be
appreciated for the work you do? Then THIS is the job for you!
Don't let this opportunity pass you by.JOB SUMMARY- ADONResponsible
to plan, organize, develop, direct and delegate (as appropriate)
the overall operation of the Nursing Department in accordance with
current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and
regulations, and facility policies. The objective is to ensure the
highest degree of quality care is maintained at all
times.QUALIFICATIONSMust possess a current, unencumbered license to
practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois and/or
Wisconsin.Minimum of one (1) year nursing service administration
experience.Must possess current CPR certificate or become certified
within two weeks of employment.Must be knowledgeable of nursing and
medical practices and procedures.Must be able to read, write and
speak the English language in an understandable manner.Must possess
the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances
warrant such action.Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with
customers, family members, visitors, personnel, government
agencies/personnel, and the general public.Must possess leadership
and supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with
personnel.Must be personable, enthusiastic, and
resourceful.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSMust be able to move
intermittently throughout the workday.Must be able to cope with the
mental and emotional stress of the position.Must possess
sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics enabling these senses to
function adequately so the requirements of this position can be
fully met.Must function independently, have flexibility, personal
integrity, and the ability to work effectively with customers,
family members, personnel, and support agencies.Must be in good
general health and demonstrate emotional stability.Must be able to
relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally
upset, and at times hostile people.May be required to lift, push,
pull, and move equipment, supplies, and customers in excess of 50
lbs. throughout the day.Is subject to exposure to infectious waste,
diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the (HIV) AIDS
and Hepatitis B viruses.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAccepts work assignment
as directed by appropriate authority. This may require different
floors, customers, workload, and multiple tasks as assigned.Plan,
develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the Nursing
Department.Assure all Nursing procedures and protocols are followed
in accordance with established policies. Reviews annually for
revisions and make recommendations to the Administrator.Directly
supervise and instruct the Ladies and Gentlemen of Alden on a
number of topics to promote job knowledge.Identify problems,
develop, and implement solutions with the assistance of the
Administration.Develops and implements a nursing/rehab/restorative
philosophy that promotes quality nursing, rehab, restorative care
for each resident.Assure adequate staff on all shifts.Audits charts
and EHR to ensure daily documentation is done.Assure laboratory and
x-ray reports are received and filed for all tests completed.Audits
transfers/discharge information to assure accuracy and
completeness. Audits charts for deficiencies. IDT-through regularly
scheduled chart audits.Assist in developing a written plan of care
for each customer that identifies the problems/needs of the
customer. Attends and actively participates in resident care plan
conference when indicated.Attend Customer and or Family Council
meetings when invited. Report all concerns, complaints made by the
resident or their family to the Administrator.Recruit, interview,
and select the Ladies and Gentlemen of Alden with the approval of
the Administrator.Schedule department work hours, personnel, work
assignments, etc., to expedite work. Ensure a sufficient number of
Ladies and Gentlemen of Alden are available to meet the needs of
our customers.Counsel/discipline as requested or as necessary.
Complete performance evaluations timely.Make daily rounds to ensure
nursing personnel are performing required duties and to ensure that
appropriate procedures are being followed. Make physical rounds on
all customers daily. Make rounds with physicians as
necessary.Submit Workmen's Compensation forms (once reviewed) to
the Business Office Manager within 24 hours after their
occurrence.Plan, conduct and participate in In-service Education
Programs.Assist in implementing and maintaining an effective
orientation program that orients the new Ladies and Gentlemen of
Alden to the facility, his/her department and its policies and
procedures.Attend and participate in continuing education
programs.Place orders for equipment and supplies as necessary
following established budgetary guidelines.Maintain budgetary
restraints by following established procedures for preparing
purchase orders for review by the Administrator prior to placing
orders.Maintain a reference library of written nursing materials
(i.e., Drug Formulary, State and Federal regulations, etc.) that
will assist the nursing service department in meeting the
day-to-day needs of the customer.Participate with the Administrator
and Admissions Director in selecting appropriate admissions and
assignments of rooms.Review nurses' notes/EHR to ensure they are
informative and descriptive of the nursing care being provided, and
they reflect the customer's response to the care.Monitor medication
passes and treatment schedules to ensure medications are being
administered as ordered and treatments are provided as
scheduled.Ensure that professional nursing personnel have valid and
current licenses as required by State.Ensure changes in customer
condition are reported to family and attending physicians.Attend
Department Head meetings, Infection Control meetings, Quality
Assurance meetings, etc., as directed.Perform other related duties
as assigned.
Keywords: Alden Debes Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, Rockford , Assistant Director of Nursing, Executive , Rockford, Illinois
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