Assistant DON

PorchLight Services•Exline Township, SD

6d•$35 - $50

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Nursing plays a vital leadership role within our Critical Access Hospital, supporting the Directors of Nursing (DON) in overseeing the clinical and operational functions of inpatient, outpatient, and specialty services. This position ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care through effective staffing, education, and departmental collaboration. The Assistant Director of Nursing actively promotes teamwork, morale, and continuous improvement across all nursing units.

Requirements

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice, required.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience; leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of nursing practices, standards, and regulatory requirements in a hospital setting.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Ability to foster teamwork, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing environments.
Commitment to quality improvement, patient safety, and staff development.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining nursing schedules to ensure adequate coverage across inpatient and outpatient areas.
Support the DON in monitoring and managing staffing levels, productivity, and budget compliance.
Provide clinical leadership and serve as a role model for nursing staff through professional behavior, accountability, and integrity.
Coordinate and facilitate ongoing education, competencies, and training programs for nursing staff.
Oversee and provide leadership to the outpatient department to ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered care.
Promote and maintain a positive work environment that encourages staff engagement, communication, and collaboration.
Monitor patient care practices to ensure compliance with hospital policies, state, and federal regulations.
Assist in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and performance improvement initiatives.
Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and retention efforts for nursing staff.
Act as a liaison between departments to enhance communication and problem-solving.
Promote high staff morale and recognition through mentoring, coaching, and team-building activities.
Assist DON with special projects, accreditation readiness, and other operational needs as assigned.
Provide oversight and coordination for the hospital’s telemedicine services to ensure safe, effective, and timely patient care delivery.
Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and external partners to optimize telehealth workflows and enhance access to care.
Ensure nursing staff are trained and competent in telemedicine technology, documentation, and communication standards.
Monitor quality metrics, patient satisfaction, and compliance related to telehealth encounters.
Assist in evaluating new telemedicine opportunities to expand outpatient and specialty services within the community.