Assistant Director of Nursing

We are looking for someone to fit into this fun team of professionals who believes that if you have to work together, you should enjoy doing it. If you think this fits your needs, we would love to meet you! There are opportunities for growth and transferability within Alden Terrace of McHenry and within the Alden Network of facilities.

Registered Nurse (RN), required FT to perform the duties of the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON). This 150+ bed facility serves multiple populations including residents requiring sub-acute care, hospice, dementia, long-term care and multiple co-morbidities.

The ADON (RN) will oversee certain programs in the facility which may include several of the following: wound care, weight management, infection control, psychotropic management, fall prevention, and risk management. We will cater your oversight of programs to your areas of strengths or interest and will provide additional training in each of your focus areas. This RN Assistant Director Of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing in the overall operation of the healthcare component of the facility and helps to ensure that residents from the time of their admission all the way through their discharge have received continuity of care and a comprehensive approach to all aspects of their diagnosis and recovery.

This RN ADON is part of the Nursing Management team which is comprised of the Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, Wound Care Nurse, Restorative Nurse, and MDS Coordinators. As a member of this team, you will be required to act to ensure policies are followed, documentation is complete, care is coordinated with physicians and other providers, and residents have achieved a high level of satisfaction with their nursing care and services. This position requires long term care experience as an RN. Management level experience is preferred, however, we are happy to train someone who has the right attitude and motivation to succeed. This position is Monday-Friday day shift with shared on-call responsibilities with the Nursing Management team. Some weekend shifts can be expected, possibly up to every other weekend. On-call responsibilities may include filling in for a spot on the nursing unit. Excellent benefits and tuition reimbursement available. We are looking for someone to fit into this fun team of professionals who believes that if you have to work together, you should enjoy coming to work and doing the work you do. If you think this fits your needs, we would love to meet you! There are opportunities for growth and transferability within Alden Terrace of McHenry and within the Alden Network of facilities.

Must be able to pass a drug test, healthcare worker registry background check, be up-to-date on Covid vaccinations or have a valid exemption, and be able to lift, push or pull 25 pounds for 25 feet. Employee may spend extended periods of time on their feet.

JOB SUMMARY

• Responsible 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
• 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 REQUIREMENTS

• Must 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 FUNCTIONS

• Accepts 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.

GENERAL BENEFITS:

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement / Pension Plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance