Assistant Director of Nursing

US: Tryfacta • McKeesport, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Tryfacta is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing for our client in McKeesport PA 15132. This is a temporary contract assignment. 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree