Associate Director-Nursing - East Bakersfield CHC

Clinica Sierra Vista•Bakersfield, CA

1d•$97,760 - $136,053•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Director of Nursing (ADON), under the supervision and guidance of the Director of Clinical Quality, Nursing, and Patient Experience, is responsible for the overall compliance and clinical practice of nurses and medical assistants. This position collaborates with multiple departments to ensure patients receive safe, high-quality care. The ADON serves as a leader and utilizes critical thinking skills when developing and reviewing policies, clinical processes, and procedures. The ADON also directly supervises the Lab Coordinator, Immunization Coordinator, and Clinical Educator.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Nursing program.
ADN or BSN required (MSN preferred Equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered.
Current, active CA license as a Registered Nurse
Minimum of 5 years’ nursing experience
Minimum of 2 years' experience in a leadership role.
Possess a special sensitivity to providing care to an underserved population.
Ability to multitask and work well under pressure.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish/English) an asset

Responsibilities

Providing clinical guidance to nurses and medical assistants (MAs).
Scheduling training for the nurses and MAs.
Reviewing and revising clinical policies, annually and as needed.
Assist in interviewing and hiring nurses and medical assistants.
Working with the Clinical Educator, develop and update competencies for clinical staff.
Monitoring performance and oversite of newly hired staff.
Responding to clinical issues in a timely manner.
Collaboration with medical providers to ensure safe, high-quality care.
Work with the Practice Manager to ensure the clinic sites are compliant with local, state, and federal regulations.
Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information by utilizing superior communication and critical thinking skills.
Collaboration with the Practice Managers and district Administrators.
Lead and manage the performance of their direct reports.
Contributes to the organizations quality improvement projects and population health initiatives.
Approval of medical supplies.