Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (Registered Nurse/RN)

Garden Terrace Alzheimer's Center of Excellence (Overland Park)

Position Summary

The RN - Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing (DON) in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Nursing Services department to ensure the highest degree of quality patient care in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

ASN or BSN from accredited college or university
Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment
Two (2) years' geriatric nursing experience preferred, preferably in post-acute care
CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment

Specific Job Requirements

Maintains a liaison with patients, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for patient needs
Expert knowledge in field of practice
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: nursing care, supervisory responsibilities,, infection control, patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

Assist the DON in planning, developing, implementing, evaluating and directing the Nursing Services department
Interview, select, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise nursing staff
Assist with overseeing care provided by nursing staff
Oversee infection control responsibilities
Assume the duties of the DON in his or her absence
Provide direct nursing care as necessary
Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Benefits for Full-Time Associates

medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability coverage
401(k)
paid vacation, sick days and holidays

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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