Assistant Nursing Director RN

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Nursing Director (RN)

West Memphis, Arkansas

East Arkansas Family Health Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Nursing Director (RN) to support the leadership and daily operations of our nursing department at our West Memphis, Arkansas location. This position works closely with the Nursing Director to oversee nursing staff, coordinate clinical activities, and promote the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care.

The Assistant Nursing Director will assist with staff supervision, clinical operations, performance improvement initiatives, and regulatory compliance while fostering a collaborative and supportive healthcare environment.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At East Arkansas Family Health Center, we believe health starts with caring—for our patients, our community, and our employees. You'll be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving access to quality healthcare throughout Eastern Arkansas.

Benefits That Support Your Well-Being and Career

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage – Employee-only premium paid 100% by the organization

• Wellness Benefit Card that significantly reduces out-of-pocket medical and prescription costs

• Dental and Vision Insurance available

• Voluntary Benefits including Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness coverage

Time Off

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 10 Paid Holidays, including your birthday

• Paid Sick Leave accruing at 8 hours per month

Financial & Professional Growth

• Retirement Plan with up to 4% employer match after one year

• Company-Paid Continuing Education and Professional Development

Work Environment

• Collaborative and supportive team culture

• Mission-focused organization dedicated to serving the community

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient lives

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Nursing Director with the daily supervision, coordination, and management of nursing staff and clinical operations.

• Provide guidance and direction to nursing personnel to promote teamwork, efficiency, and quality patient care.

• Assist physicians and advanced practice providers with patient care, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and medication administration as needed.

• Prepare patients for examinations, obtain vital signs, and assist with maintaining efficient patient flow.

• Triage walk-in patients and telephone calls and provide direct nursing care when staffing needs arise.

• Assist with interviewing, hiring recommendations, annual performance evaluations, and competency assessments of nursing staff.

• Coordinate nursing staff in-service training and assist with maintaining and updating nursing policies, procedures, and departmental manuals.

• Review and approve nursing staff timesheets, time-off requests, and attendance occurrences.

• Order necessary clinical supplies and equipment to support efficient patient care operations.

• Assist with coordinating community service activities involving clinical staff.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and promote compliance with organizational policies and healthcare regulations.

• Ensure adherence to HIPAA, OSHA, safety, infection control, and corporate compliance requirements.

• Report unusual occurrences, patient complaints, and compliance concerns in accordance with organizational policies.

• Serve on senior management, corporate compliance, and quality improvement committees in the Nursing Director's absence.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Nursing Director, Medical Director, Assistant Medical Director, or Chief Executive Officer.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Arkansas.

• Clinical nursing experience sufficient to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

• Previous nursing leadership, supervisory, or management experience preferred.

• Current CPR and ACLS certifications required.

• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to effectively supervise, motivate, and support nursing staff.

• Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care, teamwork, and continuous quality improvement.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, clinical staff, and administrative leadership.