Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

TruHealth•Columbia, TN

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About The Position

Unity Psychiatric Care, a division of American Health Partners Inc., operates psychiatric hospitals in Tennessee and Alabama that treat patients experiencing mental health crises or behavioral disturbances, including those caused by dementia. 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 to meet patients’ caregiving needs. The role supervises support staff and assists with the coordination, planning, and operation of the Nursing Services Department.

Requirements

Two years’ experience supervising others in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other healthcare 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.
Ability to frequently lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Orient, instruct, and supervise 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 and requisition diet orders and supplies.
Perform emergency procedures, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the Nursing Services Department and related programs and activities in accordance with applicable regulations and facility policy.
Coordinate nursing services with other departments to maintain quality patient care and offer 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 employees’ positions in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Assist with inventorying, identifying, and monitoring storage of equipment and supplies.
Assist in 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.