Assistant Director of Nursing

Assistant Director of Nursing Rio Rancho, NM Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Record keeping Nursing department supervision Healthcare staff management Resident's rights RN License Staff scheduling Working with geriatric patients Employee orientation Mid-level Long-term care facility experience RN experience Medical records Quality improvement Managing patient records Care plans

Geriatrics Full Job Description Position Purpose:

Assists in organizing and administering the department of nursing while providing quality nursing care and assumes responsibilities delegated by the Director of Nursing. This is a salary position.

Essential Functions of Position:

Assists in supervising the assignment and scheduling of nursing staff to meet resident needs Provides nursing care on shift when needed. Assists and cooperates with medical staff. Assists in solving nursing service problems. Assists in Implementing company forms/systems and policies and procedures. Assists in supervising the maintenance of records of nursing, medical and related services. Assists in validating the accuracy of Care Plans. Supports the facility policies and programs to instill a better understanding and acceptance by the staff. Participates in facility quality improvement program. Conducts in-service programs and orientation programs. Reviews physician orders daily and monthly, and participates in triple check process As requested, assists with DON responsiblities Supervises and evaluates implementation of the Residents Rights. Supervises RN's and LVNs. Participates and attends periodic in-services and staff meetings. Perform additional duties as assigned. Education /

Requirements:

Two (2) years previous nursing experience required, preferably working with a geriatric long-term care population, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensed to practice nursing in state of employment. r