RN Leadership Role- Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

Care Initiatives•Avoca, IA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Avoca Specialty Care, a 45-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Avoca, IA, is now hiring for an RN Leadership Role - Assistant Director of Nursing (RN). This role offers the opportunity to make a difference every day and join Care Initiatives as an Assistant Director of Nursing. Care Initiatives has over 40 skilled nursing communities throughout Iowa. This is an opportunity for a dedicated and empathetic caregiver looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others during their healthcare journey.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Assist the DON in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department, with the aim of gaining valuable experience and expertise for potential advancement within the organization.
Conduct regular rounds to monitor care delivery concerns and progress; acknowledge the progress while proposing and helping implement solutions to address concerns.
Enforce policies and guide the team, fostering both personal and team growth.
Support and coach RN's to promote teamwork and high-quality care.
Manage administrative functions to enhance department efficiency and pave the way for 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 at all times.
Participate in an on-call rotation with other members of the leadership team.