Assistant Director of Nursing, RN

Lutheran Senior Services•Chesterfield, MO

16h•$96,165 - $154,271

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) plans, implements, and evaluates resident-centered care in accordance with EverTrue quality standards and state and federal regulations. The role oversees and develops nursing service personnel, manages performance and staffing needs, supports nursing policies and procedures, and communicates with residents and families. The ADON helps ensure the nursing department delivers compliant, high-quality care and supports continuity of residents’ total care. The position may act as Director of Nursing and/or MDS Coordinator in their absence and may provide direct resident care when needed.

Requirements

Current RN license in the state of practice.
Graduate of an accredited or approved school of nursing.
CPR certification.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Knowledge and skill in nursing medical practices and procedures, with an emphasis on the geriatric population.
Familiarity with current laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.
Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures necessary to provide quality care and support personal growth.
Professionalism and willingness to handle difficult situations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
One year of Medicare experience in a nursing home environment.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and monitor the daily activities of nursing staff.
Ensure consistent application of EverTrue policies and participate in coaching and counseling nursing staff as needed.
Perform administrative duties, including staff performance evaluations, work assignments and scheduling, medical record documentation, Resident Assessments and MDS, and other required reports.
Support, evaluate, and implement written policies and procedures governing the nursing department’s day-to-day functions.
Maintain staffing levels that meet resident care needs and monitor overtime.
Oversee and maintain data related to the Infection Control Management process.
Assist with planning, development, organization, implementation, and evaluation of nursing programs to ensure continuity of resident care in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Participate in pre-admission assessment data collection and manage resident admissions, transfers, and discharges as required.
Assist with developing and updating care plans.
Monitor, evaluate, and recommend process improvements to meet Community quality, safety, and risk management guidelines; ensure compliance with reporting processes and participate in committee meetings as needed.
Monitor and evaluate staff development needs, including orientation, performance management, annual competencies, and leading self-directed work teams.
Monitor nursing practice to maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with Community standards and state and federal regulations.
Assist with in-service education of nursing staff.
Participate in surveys or inspections conducted by authorized agencies.
Participate in direct resident care when necessary.
Function as Director of Nursing and/or MDS Coordinator in their absence, as needed.
Ensure nursing department care complies with state and federal regulations, EverTrue policies, processes, and expectations.
Manage and oversee the electronic health record documentation system.
Conduct rounds on neighborhoods and units.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO sell-back.
Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution.
Education Financial Assistance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Wellness benefits.
Pay advances (PayActiv).
Caregiver support (TCARE).
Leaves of Absence.
Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot).
Commuter support.
Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay for part-time employees and full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Life insurance, Disability (Long-term and Short-term), Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees.