Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Job Description

Job Description

Shelby Oaks Post Acute is a senior care facility in Memphis, Tennessee, that offers services including skilled nursing, long-term care, and short-term rehabilitation. With a capacity of 77 residents, the facility provides both private and semi-private rooms, focusing on creating a comfortable and supportive environment. Amenities include tailored dietary plans, laundry services, and salon access. The facility emphasizes personalized care plans to cater to the unique needs of each resident.

Why Join us?

At Shelby Oaks Post Acute, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care for our residents in a supportive and enriching environment. Our facility offers skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care, serving residents with dignity and respect.

We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team of dedicated professionals. Whether you are an experienced caregiver or looking to start a meaningful career in healthcare, Shelby Oaks offers a collaborative and rewarding workplace where your contributions make a difference every day.

Position Overview:

The Assistant to the Director of Nursing role supports Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Service Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and facility policy and procedures and as may be directed by the Administrator, the Medical Director, and/or the Director of Nursing Services, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. 

• Assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the nursing service department in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility.

• Participate in developing, maintaining and updating written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department.

• Make daily rounds of the facility to ensure that all nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Report findings to the Director.

• Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility’s quality assurance program.

• Assist the Director in determining the staffing needs of the nursing service department.

• Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure that medications are being administered as ordered and that treatments are provided as scheduled. Report medication errors to the Director.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state.

• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.

• Must have, as a minimum, 1 year of supervisory experience in a healthcare or post-acute setting preferred or other related health care facility.

• Must have, as a minimum, 6 months experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.

• Working knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation practices.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Sick Leave

• 401(k)

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.