Assistant Director of Nursing

Job Description:

Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a BSN preferred. Holds current registered nurse license in state that facility/unit is located. Two (2) years in management/leadership position in addition to long-term care experience is preferred. Acute/Rehabilitation experience preferred. Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills required.Position SummaryAssists the Director of Nursing Services in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern the facility. Ensures that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. Assumes the duties of the Director of Nursing in his/her absence as directed.Although this job description is intended to be as complete as possible, omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position.Major Duties and ResponsibilitiesI. CLINICAL COMPONENT1. Nursing ProcessDevelops, interprets, implements, and evaluates standards of care, policies and procedures for all patient/resident populations.A. Develops, revises, and implements Nursing Department standards, policies and procedures, for all patient/resident populations, under direction of the DNS.B. Assures patient/resident rights by directing and/or providing care which considers each patient's/resident's value and belief system.C. Functions as a patient/resident advocate providing information and assuring confidentiality of information of records.D. Assists DNS in preparing and directing staff nurses to recognize potential problems, mobilize resources, and take appropriate action.E. Directs staff in responding to complex patient/resident care priorities.F. Acts as a role model and facilitator for Nursing Department collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.G. Ensures and maintains the competencies of the nursing staff.H. Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to provide safe care to patients/residents.1. Clarifies nursing protocols and procedures with physicians and department heads.2. Ensures the safe administration of medications per protocols in conjunction with the pharmacy.3. Collaborates with the DNS, Admissions Director, Case Manager and Medical Director on infection control issues, nursing care requirements, and psychosocial, behavioral, spiritual and cultural issues.2. Quality ImprovementActs as an advocate for providing safe delivery of patient care.A. Attends one session each year of the following committee meetings and/or in-services:1. Fire Safety2. General Facility/Unit Safety Training/Meetings3. Q.A. Meetings4. Infection Control5. Disaster6. Patient/Resident Rights7. Patient/Resident Abuse Law8. Hazardous CommunicationsB. Maintains the following:1. Registered Nurse License2. CPR3. LV. CertificationC. Ensures that procedures for Standard Precautions are followed.D. Ensures the maintenance of a safe therapeutic environment for patient/resident family.E. Assures implementation and integration of quality improvement activities and implements corrective action when needed.F. Monitors the quality of all aspects of the medical record through open and closed chart reviews.G. Identifies specific aspects of care for quality improvement monitoring and participates in data collection activities as appropriate. Monitors results.H. Serves on, participates in, assists DNS, and attends various committees as directed in the facility/unit as appointed including: Infection Control; Pharmacy, Medical Staff, and Quality Improvement.II. EDUCATIONAL COMPONENT3. EducationCommunicates knowledge formally and informally to meet needs of patient/resident and staff.A. Patient/resident/family education1. Acts as consultant and/or participates in the development of interdisciplinary patient/resident education teaching plans.2. Advises and/or assists staff in developing teachingplans for patients/residents with complex needs.B. Patient/resident/family education1. Participates in facility orientation program.2. Assists in identifying staff learning needs and in the development and implementation of educational programs for staff.3. Utilizes advanced nursing expertise serving as a resource consultant, role model, and facilitator for staff.4. Orients management staff as needed.C. Students1. Provides opportunities for student affiliations.2. Collaborates with nursing faculty to evaluate and facilitate student affiliations.3. Acts as a preceptor for students as appropriate.4. Professional GrowthEncourages and participates in educational programs and research that contribute to the improvement of nursing practice.A. Nursing Education Program1. Takes responsibility for own educational needs to enhance areas of practice.2. Takes responsibility for sharing appropriate information with staff.3. Communicates awareness of current issues in nursing and clinical practice.4. Cultivates a network of contacts within the healthcare community to represent nursing and promote continuity of care between the facility/unit and other healthcare providers.III. MANAGEMENT COMPONENT1. Responsibilities to the Nursing DepartmentFulfills professional responsibility to the facility/unit by adherence to philosophy and policy guidelines.a. As directed by DNS: Evaluates or participates in the evaluation of clinical competency of personnel and makes recommendations to improve quality of care.b. Directs nursing personnel in emergency situations.c. Evaluates the provision of support services and makes recommendations to improve the quality of care.d. Evaluates nursing practice and care delivery system and makes recommendations for change.e. Informs other departments about pertinent patient/resident care data or special patient/resident problems as appropriate.f. Intervenes in employee and/or visitor incidents and implements facility/unit policies and procedures as indicated.g. Functions within attendance requirements.h. Completes employee performance appraisals as directed.Recommends/Takes corrective action as appropriate.Assists in the implementation of new/facility programs and services.1. Establishes on-call schedule; works weekend/holiday as needed.2. Follows facility/unit sick time policy.i. Assumes responsibility for narcotics and controlled drugs.j. Assumes duties of the DNS in his/her absence.Specific RequirementsMust possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Maine.Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, patients/residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with all personnel.Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.Must have patience, tact, a positive disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult patients/residents.Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.Must be able to relay information concerning a patient's/resident's condition.Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Position Urgency:
Normal

Shifts:
Varied

State License Details:
Must Be Currently Active

Minimum Years of Experience:
3

Minimum Guaranteed Hours:
40

Specialty Type:
Medefis provides the billing and credential verification services for this Facility.

Sub Specialty:
Long Term Care (LTC)

General Certifications:, N/A

Nursing Certifications:

Contract Length in Weeks:
13