Assistant Wellness Director

American House Senior Living Communities•Fort Myers, FL

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing (DON) in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Nursing Services department to ensure the highest degree of quality patient care in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and American House Senior Living standards.

Requirements

Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse
Must have expert knowledge in field of practice.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility.
Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department.
Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: nursing care, supervisory responsibilities, infection control, patient rights, and safety and sanitation.
Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years' geriatric nursing experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assists the DON in planning, developing, implementing, evaluating and directing the Nursing Services department.
Interviews, selects, hires, trains, evaluates, and supervises nursing staff.
Oversees care provided by nursing staff.
Oversees infection control responsibilities.
Assumes the duties of the DON in his or her absence.
Provides direct nursing care as necessary.
Performs functions of a staff nurse as required.
Assists in the evacuation of patients.
Maintains a liaison with patients, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for patient needs.
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
Understands and follows company policies including harassment and compliance procedures.
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.