Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

Care Initiatives•Chariton, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Chariton Specialty Care, a 60-bed long-term care skilled nursing community in Chariton, Iowa, is hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing (RN). The role supports the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department, while building experience and expertise for potential advancement. The Assistant Director of Nursing monitors care delivery, guides and coaches nursing staff, supports department administration, communicates with residents and families, and helps ensure accurate documentation and compliance with clinical, regulatory, safety, and infection-control standards. The position participates in an on-call rotation with other members of the leadership team.

Requirements

Valid RN license in good standing, valid in Iowa or with the ability to activate it.
Current, valid CPR certification.
Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
Desire to learn and grow as part of a quality-focused clinical team.
Strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department.
Conduct regular rounds to monitor care delivery concerns and progress, acknowledge progress, and propose and help implement solutions.
Enforce policies and guide the team while fostering individual and team growth.
Support and coach RNs to promote teamwork and high-quality care.
Manage administrative functions to improve department efficiency and support future growth.
Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care needs.
Document care accurately to meet clinical, regulatory, and facility standards.
Follow infection-control, safety, and compliance protocols.
Participate in an on-call rotation with other members of the leadership team.