What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Nursing position at Serenity Spring Senior Living at Green Bay?
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
The ADON supports the Director of Nursing (DON) in managing nursing unit operations, staff supervision, and patient care quality. Responsibilities include developing policies , ensuring regulatory compliance, managing , scheduling, conducting evaluations, and providing clinical leadership. They fill in for the DON as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Support: Assist with administrative duties, policy implementation, and strategic planning for nursing units.
Staff Management: Supervise, train, and mentor nursing staff, manage scheduling, recruitment, and disciplinary actions.
Clinical Leadership: Ensure high-quality patient care, monitor compliance with state/federal regulations, and conducts audits.
Patient Care Coordinator: Assist with admissions, discharges, and if necessary, provide direct patient care or clinical guidance.
Communication: Act as a liaison between staff, families, and physicians.
Infection Preventionist (IP)-Monitor and assesses communicable diseases such as Influenzas, Covid-19 and UTIs
Perform Wound Assessments and Care to Residents Weekly and as needed
Requirements and Qualifications:
Education: Registered Nurse (RN) license required, CDC Certificate For IP
Experience: Previous experience in nursing management or supervisory roles
Skills: Strong leadership, communication, decision-making and organizational skills along with familiarity with healthcare software including Point Click Care (PCC)
Physical: Ability to work in high-pressure situations, potentially including evenings, weekends and holidays
On-call Rotation