Skilled Assistant Director of Nursing

Assistant Director of Nursing -ADON (RN/LPN)

Skilled Nursing Facility/LTC- Fairlawn, OH

Salaried/Management Position

Competitive Wages And An Excellent Benefits Package

The Village of St. Edward is a not-for-profit organization that supports each person as a valued member of this community. We foster a compassionate environment by promoting excellence in service and a community of belonging with Christ-centered care. Core Values: Benevolence, Respect, Integrity, Commitment, Kindness.

We are seeking an individual who is Committed, Kind, Knowledgeable and Respectful to assume the Assistant Director of Nursing (RN/LPN) and be a part of an excellent nurse management team. The ADON assists with ensuring the residents receive excellent care utilizing evidence-based practice. (3 nurse leaders/management for 81 bed SNF and on-call rotation).

Summary:

In accordance with the mission and values of The Village of St. Edward, the Assistant Director of Nursing (RN/LPN), LTC/SNF provides 24-hour overall leadership and management of the health and wellbeing of the residents by direction and supervision of clinical functions; monitoring nursing staffing; assuming responsibilities of director in their absence; participating in continued professional development; assisting with staff development and performing other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Current nursing license to practice as a licensed nurse in the State of Ohio, RN preferred but will accept applications for LPN
• At least three (3) year’s experience in supervisory position /charge nurse providing services to the elderly.
• Current BLS (In-person instruction that includes a hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment through American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
• Participates in nurse on-call rotation
• Good physical and mental health.
• Possesses the necessary dexterity to perform injections, IVS, etc.
• Able to lift, push and pull 35-50 pounds independently, and over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Possesses the ability to bend, stoop, and reach at different angles.
• Walks, stands, and sits intermittently during the day.
• Must work objectively and compassionately with residents, families and public on personal basis.
• Demonstrates effective communication & problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with and lead nursing staff.
• Demonstrates evidence of strong leadership abilities, clinical competence and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledgeable of principles of growth and development for the entire life span with the ability to provide care appropriate for the adult and geriatric residents.
  
  
  

Essential Duties (not an all-inclusive list):

• Ensure that all resident care is provided in a dignified and respectful manner and accordingly to policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all nursing staff are knowledgeable of the residents’ rights and responsibilities.
• Make daily unit rounds to determine unit functioning and evaluate needs and concerns.
• Assist the clinical staff in monitoring completeness and appropriateness of nursing staff documentation.
• Assist in emergency situations involving the residents.
• Interact with medical staff, nursing staff, resident, family members, and other visitors regarding resident condition.
• Assess the needs of new residents and inform staff of new resident arrivals.
• Make daily resident visits to observe and evaluate resident’s physical and emotional status and revise care plan accordingly.
• Interact with nursing staff, residents, families, and physicians.
• Participate in the nursing on-call rotation.
• Assist the nursing department in dealing with resident/family concerns promptly.
• Function as a Charge Nurse if needed
• Ensure that a clean, comfortable, and safe environment for residents is maintained at all times and assure that resident needs are met.
• Supervise and may participate in the development and continuation of a various program needed
• Supervise and may maintain resident documentation, records, and charts to ensure an accurate up to date record of the resident’s medical treatments.
• Maintain and work within established policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Participate in and provide scheduled training, educational classes, and orientation programs to maintain licensure of self and certification of team members and enhance quality of care.
• Provide leadership to the staff and create loyalty to the organization, its mission, and its goals by leading by example.
• Perform other related activities as assigned or requested.
  
  
  

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