Assistant Director of Health Services – Assisted Living Position Available In Rutherford, Tennessee

Assistant Director of Health Services – Assisted Living AdamsPlace – 3.6 Murfreesboro, TN Job Details Full-time 19 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Teamwork Long term care experience Management Interpersonal skills EHR systems Assisted living Supervising nurse experience Nursing team management Mid-level CMS regulatory compliance Supervising experience Continuous improvement Problem solving Quality improvement Organizational skills LPN Nursing manager experience 1 year Nursing team management (11-20 members) Care plans Leadership Communication skills Nursing Time management Full Job Description Assistant Director of Health Services – Assisted Living AdamsPlace Assisted Living is looking for an Assistant Director of Health Services to join our team! The candidate will assist the Director of Health Services through providing continuity in administrative and managerial functions (including care delivery activities and training) of the Nursing Department. In addition to providing excellent nursing care to our residents, the qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for this position should possess resident-focused skilled nursing experience in a leadership role, superior communication skills, dependability, flexibility and the ability to lead a successful team. The ideal candidate with have prior Assisted Living or Long Term Care experience, prior management experience, and demonstrate longevity in work history.

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND CAPABILITIES

Is responsible for maintaining clinical competency as evidenced by application integrated nursing knowledge and skills, leadership and communication skills. Utilized the nursing process in assessment, planning and implementing care. Exhibits organizational ability related to work flow, prioritizing to meet resident care needs. Practices continuous quality improvement thinking and problem solving skills.

QUALITY MANAGEMENT

Maintains a system to ensure knowledge of resident status (such as: makes daily rounds of all residents). Coordinates and implements Resident Care Plan conferences (or have working knowledge of process if delegated) Monitors to see that treatments and medications are administered as ordered Oversees and manages nursing schedules Participates in conferences with residents and families Monitors to see that there is accurate and adequate documentation I the medical records Accurate, timely completion of Resident Assessment forms Reviews and takes action when indicated by Resident Assessment reports Plans and encourages participation in in-service and continuing education for all levels of nursing personnel Is an active member of the center’s Quality Improvement process Coordinates Level of Care meeting on a weekly basis Reviews and reports finding of level of care meetings to residents/families and Executive Director

OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT A

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General Description:

•_ Serves as a member of management team and develops effective working relationships with the director of nursing, Executive Director and staff Participates in the development of center goals Assists in the development and implements procedures to meet the goals of the center. Develops positive partner relations policies and environment to achieve firm, fair, consistent supervision and a department team Administers policies and formulates procedures for the nursing department Support and administers a departmental budget based on the nursing department’s goals and projected revenues Participates in establishing a competitive wage, salary, and benefit plan for nursing service staff. Supports the operation of the nursing department in a cost-effective manner Involved in the recruitment, selection, training, evaluation, scheduling, and retention for all nursing staff Assists in the development and implementation of center’s master staffing plan based on resident’s needs, nursing service goals and standards, department budget and state law. Promotes consistent assignment scheduling to meet resident care needs. Formulates, implements and evaluates a department plan for orientation and partner development Promotes and delegates accountability for maintaining an effective performance appraisal system for nursing Promotes resolution of conflicts through delegation and accountability for positive supervision Promotes and delegates personnel policy compliance with supervisors Creates a work climate that promotes a positive quality of work and minimizes institution’s legal risk Establishes linkage with existing community resources Assesses supplies and equates needs for Nursing Department and sees that units are adequately stocked and maintained.

Specific Items:

Assists in the development of at least biweekly (every two weeks) work schedules for Nursing Department – post and maintains copy as worked. Acts upon recommendations from the DON, regarding hiring and firing of nursing personnel; assists with recruiting as needed. Delegates and monitors orientation and initial training for nursing personnel Coordinates with other department heads on any resident care needs May need to cover shift if charge nurse is absent, which also include potential on-call duties Cooperates with consultants and implements their recommendations, if determined appropriate to the nursing department Available “on-call” 24 hours, 7 days a week (or delegates to a qualified nurse) Ability to communicate effectively with the medical/health care community, residents and families Ability to interpret and implement regulations (state & federal) Must be able to make administrative decisions as required during the Director of Health Services absence Working knowledge of center’s fire, safety and disaster procedures National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality long-term care. Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of residents of all ages. We are dedicated to meeting resident needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services. The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge … innovation and improvement … teamwork and collaboration … and honesty and integrity. All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our residents, but to the well-being of the communities we serve. AdamsPlace offers a competitive compensation package for full-time employment including health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, scrub uniforms, paid time off, 401 (k) with generous company match, and more. If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care, share NHC’s values of honesty and integrity , and have a heart for the geriatric resident, please apply online and find out more about us at nhccare.com/locations/AdamsPlace/ ! Check us out on Facebook and Instagram! We look forward to talking with you!!

EOE Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

Nursing:

3 years (Required)

Supervisory:

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person