Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Job Description

Job Description

Looking for a dynamic & compassionate Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) to join our team!

About Our Organization

This position supports one of the trusted behavioral health programs within the Advanced Recovery Systems family. Advanced Recovery Systems is the parent organization of Promises Behavioral Health, The Right Step, and The Ranch, bringing together established treatment brands with a shared commitment to expanding access to high-quality, evidence-based addiction and mental health care.

While you may work primarily with a specific facility or brand, you will be part of a larger, growing organization focused on improving patient outcomes, supporting our employees and strengthening the communities we serve.

At the Washburn House addiction treatment center in Worcester, Massachusetts, we strive to provide a higher level of care. Our vision includes constantly enhancing and perfecting our techniques to provide our clients with the best therapeutic options possible. Through a close-knit community of staff, residents, and family, we can build a brand-new life for our clients.

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) performs a wide variety of job duties during their shifts, caring for and educating patients about their medical and psychiatric conditions; establishing trust and building rapport with patients and their families are key elements of this position, and assists the Director of Nursing in the day-to-day management of the Nursing Department. The Assistant Director of Nursing is responsible for directing the day-to-day operations of the Nursing Staff on their assigned unit. The Assistant Director of Nursing may be required to function in the role of the Director of Nursing in the absence of or by directive from the Director of Nursing.

Core Job Duties:

1. Resolve pending issues from the previous shift, e.g., missed or incomplete labs or treatments, incomplete admissions or discharges, missing data for continuity of care.

2. Compliance Audit Related to Infection Control, e.g., glucometer, refrigerator, sharps containers, laboratory cleanliness, pests in facility, hand washing and influenza vaccination program.

3. Medication storage, medication returns, medication destruction, calling pharmacy to resolve medication issues to comply with state and federal regulations.

4. Order supplies, inventory management, maintain/organize medical supplies.

5. Monitor and track lab orders, monitor and track outside consultations, track medical transfers. Verification that collected lab samples are properly labeled and stored.

6. Level of Care transfers in Avatar are entered timely

7. Administrative functions, e.g., scanning documents into Avatar, assisting with the work schedule, assisting BHT’s with the creation/modification of observation sheets.

8. Admission and discharge audits. Check/audit the proper completion of any nursing procedure (at discretion of DON) to assure compliance.

9. Coordinate the Vivitrol program as directed by supervisor.

10. Is responsible for maintaining the daily scheduling of units according to approved ratios based on census.

11. Assists the staff with admissions, discharges, patient care needs as required to provide optional nursing care.

12. Interacts with patients and staff on duty on a regular basis to ensure quality care.

13. Collaborates with other departments and agencies regarding resources and services for quality patient care delivery.

14. During State of Emergency, ensures appropriate nurse staffing levels are maintained and may be required to remain onsite throughout the State of Emergency period.

OTHER REQUIRED TASKS:

1. Demonstrates ability to collaborate with the treatment team in incorporating medical issues into treatment planning.

2. Demonstrates ability to participate in regular department meetings and staff meetings.

3. Demonstrates ability to interact with clients with compassion and respect.

4. Demonstrates ability to display good work habits: get things done in a timely, efficient manner with no excessive absences; is on time for scheduled shifts and prepared to begin work.

5. Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with other staff members and demonstrates the ability to work as a team member.

6. Demonstrates ability to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability, responding positively to changing situations in the work setting.

8. Demonstrates ability to accept and utilize supervision.

9. Demonstrates ability to address problems noted by supervisor.

10. Demonstrates willingness to accept responsibility.

11. Demonstrates ability to complete all tasks with concern for work quality, timeliness, and efficiency.

12. Demonstrates ability to encourage efficient utilization of supplies and equipment.

13. Demonstrates the ability to provide for the preservation of personal dignity of clients.

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14. Demonstrates the ability to report incident occurrences in accordance with policies and procedures.

15. Demonstrates the ability to maintain a safe physical environment.

16. Demonstrates the ability to comply with all regulatory and accreditation guidelines and standards.

17. Ability to maintain the confidential nature of all payments and facility activities.

18. Maintains required training and continuing education.

19. Maintain the Standards of Ethical Conduct.

20. Reports any concerns to immediate supervisor.

21. Demonstrates ability to perform additional duties, as deemed necessary by supervisor.

22. Assists in managing outpatient needs for discharged clients including injections as needed.

23. May function in the role of Director of Nursing in the absence or by direction of the Director of Nursing.

24. May take RN call for the facility at the discretion of the Director of Nursing/Designee.

Requirements

Education:

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (higher education preferred)

Licensed as a Registered Nurse as indicated in state law.

Experience:

Minimum (2) years' experience as a licensed registered nurse

Behavioral health experience preferred

Benefits

Enjoy a range of benefits, including a 401(k) plan, paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, and so much more!

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