NURSING HOME ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR Licensed or AIT

Job Description

Job Description

NURSING HOME ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR Licensed or AIT

Come join this collaborative and innovative team. We are now accepting candidates for licensed or non-licensed Assistant Administrator. We want to assist in training the right candidate for an exciting career with Integritus Healthcare. At Integritus Healthcare you will enjoy WEEKLY pay, generous time off, exceptional health insurance and the ability to grow in your career. Integritus Healthcare wants you!

Essential Job Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the facility's programs and activities.
• Develop and maintain written policies and procedures that govern the operation of the facility. Review policies and procedures periodically, at least annually, & make changes to assure compliance with current regulations. Interpret policies and procedures to employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, etc., as necessary.
• Develop and maintain job descriptions for each position in accordance with pertinent laws governing job positions.
• Assist department directors in the development and implementation of performance evaluations.
• Assist department directors in policies and procedures, and establish a rapport among departments around team work.
• Ensure that all employees, residents, visitors, and the general public follow established policies and procedures.
• Represent the facility at and participate in top level meetings.
• Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the governing board concerning the operation of the facility.
• Assist Infection Control Coordinator to ensure that tasks with potential exposure to blood/body fluids are identified & recorded.
• Make routine inspections of the facility to assure that established policies and procedures are being implemented and followed.
• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.
• Develop a plan of correction for deficiencies noted during survey inspections. Provide a copy to governing board & ombudsman.
• Maintain an adequate liaison with families and residents.
• Maintain a good public relations program that serves the best interest of the facility and community alike.
• Serve on facility committees & provide reports of committee meetings to governing board as may become necessary.
• Assist in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified quality deficiencies.
• Evaluate and implement recommendations from the facility committees as necessary.
• Assist in the recruitment & selection of competent department directors, supervisors, consultants and other auxiliary personnel.
• Consult with department directors on the operation of their departments to assist in correcting problems and improving services.
• Ensure an adequate number of trained professional and other personnel are on duty to meet the needs of the residents.
• Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished.
• Review/check competence of work force and make necessary corrections as necessary.
• Counsel/discipline personnel as requested or as may become necessary.
• Ensure discipline is fair and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap, or marital status.
• Terminate employment of personnel when necessary, documenting and coordinating such actions with the Human Resources Manager.
• Serve as liaison to the governing board, medical staff, and other professional and supervisory staff.
• Follow established safety regulations, to include fire protection/prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, etc.
• Ensure that the building and grounds are maintained in good repair.
• Review accident/incident reports and establish an effective accident prevention program.
• Ensure that all facility personnel follow established regulations governing the use of labels and MSDSs for hazardous chemicals.
• Ensure that personnel follow established policies governing the use/disposal of personal protective equipment and disposal of infectious wastes.
• Other(s) that may become necessary/appropriate to assure that the facility is maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary manner.
• Authorize the purchase of major equipment/supplies in accordance with established purchasing policies and procedures.
• Ensure the facility is clean and safe for residents by assuring that equipment and supplies are maintained.
• Ensure that adequate supplies and equipment are on hand to meet the day-to-day operational needs of the facility and residents.
• Assist in preparing an annual operating budget for approval by the governing board.
• Assist in the establishment and maintenance of an adequate accounting system that reflects the operating cost of the facility.
• Review and interpret monthly financial statements and provide such information to the governing board.
• Ensure financial records and cost reports are submitted to authorized government agencies as required by current regulations.
• Keep abreast of the economic condition and make adjustments to assure the continued ability to provide quality care.
• Meet with department directors regularly and conduct/participate in in-service classes and supervisory level training programs.
• Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, etc., to keep abreast of current changes in the long term care field.
• Ensure that all personnel participate in annual OSHA in-service training programs.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of positive emphasis and a calm environment throughout the facility.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident information.
• Ensure residents' rights to self-determination, individuality, privacy, property & civil rights, among others, are maintained.
• Review resident complaints & grievances and make reports of action taken. Discuss with resident and family as appropriate.
• Ensure that policies governing timely notice for resident discharges and room/roommate changes are followed by all personnel.
• Ensure resident funds are managed in accordance with current regulations & appropriate accounting records are maintained.
• Ensure residents receive necessary nursing, medical & psychosocial services to maintain their highest mental/physical status.