Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Career Center•Columbia, TN

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Nursing administers nursing services under the direction of the Director of Nursing Services, following facility policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations. The role supports the fulfillment of patients’ care needs and assists with planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the Nursing Services Department and related programs. The position supervises and supports nursing personnel, contributes to patient assessment and care planning, and coordinates nursing services with other departments to help maintain quality care. It also assists with staffing, staff education, patient admissions and transitions, and the management of equipment and supplies. The role may require unscheduled overtime and weekend work and involves frequent lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds.

Requirements

Two years of experience supervising others in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other health care institution.
At least one year of experience implementing total patient care and care planning.
At least six months of experience in geriatric and/or psychiatric nursing.
Current state Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Current CPR certification.
Current state driver’s license.
Current auto liability insurance according to company policy.

Responsibilities

Orient, instruct, and supervise other nursing personnel.
Evaluate patients’ conditions and care, and develop overall care plans, including rehabilitation and restorative activities.
Review and rewrite care plans as directed.
Order medications from the facility pharmacy.
Requisition diet orders and supplies.
Perform emergency procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Assist with planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the Nursing Services Department and related programs and activities in compliance with applicable regulations and facility policy.
Assist in coordinating nursing services with other departments to maintain quality patient care and provide equal opportunities for employees.
Assist with personnel scheduling reports.
Assist with routine rounds and tours.
Assist in reviewing and determining the validity of licenses and certifications for positions, in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Assist with inventorying, identifying, and monitoring the storage of equipment and supplies.
Assist with planning, developing, and conducting in-service education for staff on Nursing Services functions.
Assist in determining the staffing needs of the Nursing Services Department.
Assist in arranging and overseeing patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Supervise support staff, including scheduling and assigning work, reviewing performance, and recommending salary increases, promotions, or discharges.