Assistant Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Active nursing license in the state.
• At least 2 years of nursing experience in senior living, long-term care, or assisted living.
• CPR certification.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Strong knowledge of clinical practices, state and federal regulations, and quality standards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent assessment, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize with good attention to detail.
• Knowledge of HIPAA requirements.
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems.
• Ability to travel occasionally for meetings.

Nice To Haves

• RN preferred.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Previous memory care experience.
• Previous experience in senior living.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing with planning, organizing, and directing department services.
• Coordinate services to meet residents’ health needs and comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct pre-admission assessments of potential residents.
• Coordinate assistance plans and resources for at-risk residents, and communicate with physicians and responsible parties.
• Help guide, evaluate, perform, and supervise resident assistance plans based on physician orders, including assessments, resident and family teaching, and plan updates.
• Monitor resident records and ensure documentation complies with applicable guidelines.
• Complete incident reports and resident documentation, and follow up on medical-record documentation.
• Help coordinate educational opportunities about health issues for residents and families.
• Communicate changes in residents’ conditions to responsible parties, physicians, the Director of Nursing, Executive Director, and other staff.
• Share on-call responsibilities with the support of the Director of Nursing and respond to medical emergencies.
• Maintain records of chargeable services and submit them to the supervisor by the designated monthly date.
• Monitor memory-care safety measures, including wander prevention and secure-environment protocols.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, hygiene, and mobility.
• Assist residents with oxygen, ostomies, and other medical needs as outlined in assistance plans.
• Assist with medication administration when needed, following policy and procedures for RN delegation.
• Document changes in residents’ functional status, personal needs, appointments, and related information.
• Identify needed supplies and report requirements to the Director of Nursing.
• Support infection control, safety protocols, and emergency preparedness.
• Assist with supervision, training, and performance evaluations of nursing department team members.
• Assist with planning and executing team-member schedules.
• Consult with the Director of Nursing and Executive Director about disciplinary or dismissal recommendations when necessary.
• Delegate appropriate nursing tasks while retaining accountability.
• Observe and document non-licensed personnel skills as indicated.
• Review medication errors and follow up with documentation and appropriate disciplinary action.
• Create and maintain a customer-friendly environment that respects residents, families, guests, and individual differences.
• Develop professional contacts in the local area to market the community.
• Encourage resident socialization through lifestyle activities and occasionally assist with activities.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and in-services.
• Report on-the-job injuries to a supervisor before the end of the shift on the day they occur.
• Maintain confidentiality of information about residents, community operations, and personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Birthday and anniversary PTO.
• Tuition assistance.
• Double pay on holidays.
• PTO accrual starting on day one.
• Referral bonus.
• Free meal during shift.
• Loyalty incentive.
• Employee recognition program.
• Discounts through Verizon and AT&T.
• Pay advance program.
• Medical and prescription drug insurance, including dental and vision.
• Basic term life and AD&D coverage.
• 401(k).