Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Vision insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Wellness resources
Job Summary
For the sharp, forward-thinking RN, we have a position opening for Assistant Director of Nursing. Come be part of the premier retirement community in Germantown! Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall supervision of nursing care, including the staffing and training of the Nursing Department.
Job Description This individual provides nursing care according to physician’s orders and in conformance with recognized nursing practice, establish standards, and administrative policies. The ADON ensures preventative, therapeutic and rehabilitative services to residents and assists in the coordination of nursing care. The ADON has the skill to assess residents and notifying the attending physician and responsible party in the event of a change in the resident’s condition. Accurately administers prescribed medications, supervises the continuity of nursing care, responds to change in medical condition, medications, or other circumstances requiring special care. This highly-trained individual provides daily supervision and leadership of assigned staff while demonstrating good decision-making skills. Assesses and monitors complex resident health status and determines the appropriate nursing intervention. Develops and monitors the ongoing plan of care with resident and initiates corrective action as necessary. Through familiarity and application of facility policies and procedures, assures nursing care is practiced in full accordance with regulatory requirements, facility quality standards, and resident rights. The ADON ensures safety and sanity regulations and quality standards are met or exceeded and may assist with development and presentation of in-service programs.
Accountabilities
Responsibilities
Provide daily supervision to assigned staff to residents in Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, as assigned.
Administers direct nursing care when more than routine care is indicated.
Notifies physician and family of changes in resident’s condition.
Encourages rehabilitative techniques in order to restore residents’ independence.
Assures proper functioning of medical equipment and adequate medical supplies.
Makes routine rounds to assure proper care and a safe, clean resident environment.
Assures accuracy and completeness of medical records.
Organizes and executes orientation of nursing personnel.
Responds to emergency calls as necessary.
Functions in the capacity of DON in his/her absence.
Assures effective communication with other shifts and departments as it relates to resident care.
Handles infection control, safety and pharmacy rounds and audits.
Implements and executes in-service training and education sessions as needed.
Performs all other duties as assigned by DON or Administrator.
Job Requirements
Education/Skills/Abilities
Minimum Associates Degree in Nursing. Two years of experience working as a registered nurse including awareness of the needs of geriatric residents.
Strong clinical assessment/critical thinking skills.
Ability to calculate figures related to medication dosages and amounts such as percentages and area.
Ability to read, analyze, and interrupt government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals.
Computer literacy a must.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong time management and organization skills.
Professional dress and behavior at all times, representing The Village at Germantown in the best image possible.
Experience Two years’ experience in Long-Term Care or the equivalent preferred.
Licenses, Registration and Certifications Physical Demands
State of TN or Multi-State License as a Registered Nurse.
Must maintain CPR certification at all times.