Assistant Director of Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (RN) or (LPN)

Highland Park Health Care

Okmulgee, OK

Highland Park Health Care in Okmulgee, OK has an opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to serve as Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON ). A rewarding career is waiting for you at a great facility that specializes in long-term and rehabilitative care! If you are an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with previous skilled nursing experience and are looking for an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) .

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) at Highland Park Health Care in Okmulgee, OK , Is a key management role. You will assist in the leadership and delivery of clinical services for Highland Park Health Care . Your primary goal will be to ensure that facility residents receive the best possible quality care. This is a perfect opportunity to demonstrate your leadership abilities and nursing expertise!

You will be a part of a multi-disciplinary team that is recognized for their achievements and contributions. Come be a part of our mission to provide superior clinical care, rehabilitation, wellness, and supportive services that meet the wants, needs, and expectations of our patients and residents. We offer competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, holiday pay, paid time off, employee appreciation events and much more.

At Highland Park Health Care in Okmulgee, OK, you will be a part of a well-respected facility that is making an impact in the lives of our residents, our team, and the community in which we serve. We look forward to you joining our team!

Responsibilities:

• Maintains appropriate nursing service obligations, goals, and standards of nursing practices consistent with licensure requirements and the Nurse Practice Act.

• Oversees, directs, and coordinates nursing staff to provide proper resident care consistent with standard nursing practices.

• Participates in screening prospective residents as well as ongoing assessment of resident needs.

• Assures staff adherence to appropriate infection control procedures, quality assurance programs and OSHA procedures are followed.

• Functions as the liaison between facility and other outside caregivers.

• Conducts employee conferences, counseling, and evaluations. Participates in the hiring of new nursing employees and the orientation process to the facility and the residents. Assists in the ongoing in-service education of nursing staff.

• Responsible for adhering to the nursing service budget.

• Assumes responsibility/authority for decision regarding all aspects of nursing care, consulting with the Director of Assisted Living, Nurse Consultants, and other resources.

• Assures provision of appropriate medications, treatments, and nursing services according to care plans and physician’s instructions.

• Monitors/controls inventories of drugs and supplies.

• Notifies the Director of Assisted Living, physician and family or responsible party in the event of a significant change in the resident’s condition.

• Formulates plan of care based on a resident assessment and completes resident care attendant assignments based on needs of the resident.

• Attends all department head meetings, staff meetings and serves on appropriate committees as deemed necessary by the Director of Assisted Living.

Job Requirements:

• RN or LPN License in the State of practice is required

• Previous skilled nursing facility experience with a solid understanding of clinical operations and regulatory compliance

• Nursing management experience and/or staff development experience

• Must have demonstrated the ability to maintain strong employee relationships

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills needed

• Strong written and verbal skills required

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Company Paid Life Insurance

• 401k Retirement Savings

• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits

• Paid Time Off with Cash-Out and Donation Options

• Paid Holidays

• Pay on Demand - Payday Advance

• Gym Membership and Fitness Program Discounts

• Employee Discounts on Everyday Purchases and Services

• Access to Automobile and Home Insurance Marketplace