Assistant Director of Nursing

Summary:

The incumbent assists the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department, in accordance with the Professional Nursing Law and current Federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the facility.

1. Supervises and directs assigned units, coordinates and delegates duties on all shifts, and assists in coordinating interdisciplinary health care delivery of resident care services.
2. Communicates clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
3. Participates in facility surveys and inspections by government agencies.
4. Serves on committees such as Infection Control, Quality Assurance, and Safety.
5. Makes daily rounds to ensure nursing personnel meet standards; reports findings to the Director of Nursing.
6. Monitors time and attendance, recommends disciplinary action, and completes performance appraisals.
7. Oversees accurate completion of MDS forms within timeframes.
8. Maintains confidentiality of resident information and ensures residents' rights are protected.
9. Ensures discipline is administered fairly and without discrimination.
10. Oversees QA audits and ensures corrective actions are taken.
11. Monitors nursing care to ensure residents are treated with dignity and respect.
12. Reviews complaints and grievances; assists in investigations and implements corrective actions.
13. Investigates allegations of abuse or misappropriation of property; reports findings.
14. Assists in developing and reviewing plans of correction for deficiencies noted during surveys.
15. Assesses residents' needs and staff competencies to ensure continuity of care.
16. Evaluates delivery of resident care using reports, records, observation, and feedback.
17. Functions as manager in charge of Nursing Department or Regional Center when directed.
18. Ensures reports and evaluations are accurate and timely; makes recommendations.
19. Performs related duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing.

• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices, laws, and regulations governing long-term care.
• Principles and practices of supervision.
• Ability to incorporate new methods into existing practices.
• Skill in managing and directing a large, culturally diverse workforce.
• Ability to interpret financial and statistical reports.
• Ability to work with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset individuals.
• Ability to plan, organize, and evaluate care quality.

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing + 2 years supervisory/management experience in long-term care or healthcare facility; OR
• Associate Degree/Diploma in Nursing + 4 years supervisory/management experience in long-term care or healthcare facility.
• Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.

Essential Functions:

• Supervises and directs units, coordinates duties, and assists in interdisciplinary care.
• Participates in surveys and inspections.
• Makes daily rounds to ensure compliance with nursing standards.
• Monitors attendance, recommends disciplinary actions, and prepares appraisals.
• Oversees completion of MDS forms.
• Ensures fair administration of discipline.
• Oversees QA audits and corrective actions.
• Reviews complaints and assists in investigations.
• Investigates abuse allegations and reports findings.
• Assists in developing plans of correction for deficiencies.
• Assesses residents' needs and staff competencies.
• Evaluates care delivery and functions as manager when directed.