Assistant Director of Nursing - Clinical

Westminster Brand 051816 • Bradenton, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Westminster Point Pleasant, a continuing care retirement community, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Director of Nursing - Clinical. This full-time position focuses on developing staff competency, assisting the leadership team with process improvement, and structuring learning experiences. The role involves ensuring compliance with policies, managing infection control, monitoring staff performance, and maintaining staff certifications to meet state survey requirements. The Assistant Director of Nursing - Clinical will also collaborate with the Director of Nursing on performance strategies and may act in the capacity of the DON in their absence. The position requires strong decision-making skills, effective communication, and the ability to work with diverse individuals in a supportive environment.

Requirements

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in the State of Florida.
• Must be CPR Certified.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of long-term care experience as a staff nurse.
• At least 6 months experience as a nurse leader (direct or in-direct care).
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, as well as follow instructions, and accept guidance.
• Must be able to deal tactfully with employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and potentially hostile people within the facility.
• Must be able to speak, write and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer supervisory leadership experience.
• Evidence of proficiency in Instructional methodology.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, conduct, and schedule effective learning experiences for facility staff including nurses and nursing assistants.
• Utilize QAPI as a performance improvement model and the foundation for the Quality Program as it relates to nursing.
• Work with IDT on quality improvement techniques and strategies.
• Drive competency with front line staff on prioritization, critical problem solving.
• Collaborate with the RHSD and DON to periodically review the policies and procedures and makes recommendations for revisions.
• Monitor staff compliance with the written policies and procedures established by this facility.
• Monitor QM / Metrics performance and identify improvement opportunities through root cause analysis and IDT discussions.
• Work with ADON's to support process improvement including RCA, training, reporting.
• Maintain a comprehensive Infection Control Program with surveillance, documentation / trending, analysis of the data and monthly reports.
• Assist with problem identification and resolution.
• Manage and monitor Incidents / Accidents occurrence and trends.
• Participate in staff reviews through observation of performance and make recommendations to the Director of Nursing/HSA for action and monitoring.
• Manage staff certification and education to meet state survey requirements.
• Work Closely with DON in determining strategy for sustained performance with sustainable resources.
• Be capable to act in the capacity of the DON during his/her absence.
• Interview, hire and terminate nursing department employees as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Wage
• Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 403b
• Generous Paid Time Off Plan
• Work Alongside Industry Experts That Take Pride in Their Work
• Supportive Management Team That Put Employees First
• Warm and Friendly Work Environment
• Beautiful, Well-Maintained Facility Conveniently Located Near Downtown Bradenton
• Flexible Schedule
• Plenty of Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level