Assistant Director of Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Director of Nursing Infection Prevention RN

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Assistant Director of Nursing Infection Prevention RN to join our team at Pinellas Park Post-Acute and Rehab in Pinellas Park, Florida. As a key member of our Nursing Department, you will assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Nursing Department to ensure the highest quality of resident care in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Additionally, you will lead our facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program, monitoring infection trends, implementing prevention strategies, ensuring compliance with infection control regulations, and educating staff on best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing with daily nursing operations and clinical oversight

• Support staffing coordination to ensure adequate nursing coverage

• Supervise nursing personnel including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs

• Monitor quality of resident care and ensure compliance with facility policies

• Conduct rounds to assess resident conditions and nursing practices

• Assist with investigations related to incidents, complaints, and resident concerns

• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings

• Provide coaching, education, and corrective guidance to nursing staff

• Assist with survey preparation and plan of correction implementation

Infection Prevention Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the facility Infection Prevention & Control Program

• Conduct surveillance for healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)

• Track, trend, and analyze infection data including outbreaks and communicable diseases

• Investigate infection-related incidents and implement containment measures

• Ensure compliance with CDC, CMS, OSHA, and state infection control regulations

• Coordinate isolation precautions and transmission-based precautions

• Monitor antibiotic stewardship practices

• Lead outbreak response planning and emergency infection control interventions

• Ensure appropriate use of PPE, hand hygiene, and environmental sanitation

• Collaborate with housekeeping, dietary, therapy, and other departments to reduce infection risks

• Submit required infection reports to regulatory agencies

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

• Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment

• Infection Prevention training/certification preferred

• CPR certification required

• Minimum 3 years of nursing experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or acute care

• Minimum 1-2 years of supervisory/management experience preferred

• Infection prevention experience strongly preferred

• Experience with state surveys and regulatory compliance preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the facility for extended periods

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies

Working Conditions

• Healthcare environment with potential exposure to infectious diseases

• Requires use of appropriate PPE

• May require weekends, holidays, or on-call availability

Why Join Us?

This position plays a critical leadership role in promoting clinical excellence, resident safety, and infection prevention throughout the facility. If you are a dedicated and passionate nursing professional who shares our commitment to providing high-quality care, we encourage you to apply.