Assistant Director of Resident Care

The Palace • Miami, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The #1 Priority of this position is… To coordinate, supervise care and management of self-administration of medications for residents. Promote resident comfort, safety, physical and mental well-being of all residents while exercising excellent nursing professional judgment and outstanding customer service skills.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse required; Registered Nurse preferred.
• At least 3-5 years prior Nursing experience in Long-Term Care or Acute Care.
• Must have excellent communications skills, both verbal and written in English.
• Basic math skills required.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish preferred.
• Polite, responsible, outgoing, punctual, quick on the feet and resourceful.
• Flexible as to work schedule. Flexibility is greatly appreciated at times of need or emergency. Must be available during emergency situations.
• Must be able to work under pressure and multi-task.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently AND as a team member.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal communications & interpersonal skills.
• Have patience and the ability to speak clearly with the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Respond to “Emergency Respond System” upon receiving notice from Front Desk.
• Provide supervision of self-administered medications.
• Administer medications that require licensed personnel.
• Monitor changes in residents’ health condition.
• Supervise Nursing Assistants.
• Schedule appointment with physicians and coordinate transportation.
• Implement and supervise resident’s therapeutic diets.

What This Job Offers

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