Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) RN

Assistant Director Of NursingUnity Psychiatric Care, a division of American Health Partners Inc., operates psychiatric hospitals in multiple locations. These hospitals specialize in treating patients experiencing mental health crises or behavioral disturbances. Services include diagnostic evaluations and behavioral health treatments. The Assistant Director of Nursing will administer nursing services under the direction of the Director of Nursing Services in accordance with established policies and procedures of the facility, and local, state and federal regulations, to maximize the fulfillment of care-giving needs of the patients.Essential functions include orienting, instructing and supervising other nursing personnel; evaluating each patient's condition and care and developing overall care plans for patients, including rehab and restorative activities; reviewing and re-writing care plans as directed; ordering medications from the facility pharmacy; requisitioning diet orders and supplies; performing emergency procedures such as Cardiopulmonary resuscitation; assisting with the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating and directing of the Nursing Services Department, as well as related programs and activities, in compliance with rules and regulations governing long term care facilities, employers, and in accordance with facility policy; assisting in facilitating the coordination of nursing services with other departments to maintain quality care for patients and offer equal opportunities for employees; assisting with the scheduling report of personnel; assisting in making routine rounds and conducting tours with others; assisting in reviewing and determining the valid licensure and certification for the position held in compliance with state and federal regulations; assisting in inventorying, identifying and monitoring the storage of equipment, supplies, etc.; assisting in the planning, developing and conducting in-service education for staff on related Nursing Services functions; assisting in determining the staffing needs of the Nursing Services Department; assisting in arranging for and overseeing patient admissions, transfers and discharges.Required work experience includes two years' experience in supervision of others in a hospital, long term care facility, or other health care institution; minimum of one year experience implementing total patient care and care planning; minimum of six months experience in geriatric and/or psychiatric nursing. Licensing/certification/education requirements include current State of Registered Nurse (RN) License, Current CPR Certification, Current State Driver's license, Current Auto liability Insurance according to Company Policy. Other requirements include position may require unscheduled overtime, week-end work. Physical requirements include job will require frequent lifting of objects up to 40 pounds. Supervisory responsibilities include supervising support staff including scheduling and assigning work, reviewing performance, recommending salary increases, promotions or discharges.Equal Opportunity Employer: Our organization does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Organization will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made.