What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Nursing - Clinical position at Westminster Brand 051816?
Work With Excellence, Serve With Heart!
Join the team at Westminster Point Pleasant, a beautiful waterfront continuing care retirement community located near downtown Bradenton. Currently seeking a pro-active and detail oriented self-starter for our full time Assistant Director of Nursing - Clinical position. EOE, DFWP "We honor those who served".
Why work for us?
- Competitive Hourly Wage
- Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 403b
- Generous Paid Time Off Plan
- Work Alongside Industry Experts That Take Pride in Their Work
- Supportive Management Team That Put Employees First
- Warm and Friendly Work Environment
- Beautiful, Well-Maintained Facility Conveniently Located Near Downtown Bradenton
- Flexible Schedule
- Plenty of Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
JOB SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this position is to develop the competency of staff in accordance with quality improvement needs. This Role assists the leadership team in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating Process Improvement opportunities as well as structuring learning experiences as a part of the improvement process.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards, and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and its communities.
- Develop, plan, conduct, and schedule effective learning experiences for facility staff including nurses and nursing assistants.
- Utilize QAPI as a performance improvement model and the foundation for the Quality Program as it relates to nursing
- Work with IDT on quality improvement techniques and strategies
- Drive competency with front line staff on prioritization, critical problem solving
- Collaborate with the RHSD and DON to periodically review the policies and procedures and makes recommendations for revisions. Monitor staff compliance with the written policies and procedures established by this facility.
- Monitor QM / Metrics performance and identify improvement opportunities through root cause analysis and IDT discussions
- Work with ADON's to support process improvement including RCA, training, reporting
- Maintain a comprehensive Infection Control Program with surveillance, documentation / trending, analysis of the data and monthly reports. Assist with problem identification and resolution.
- Manage and monitor Incidents / Accidents occurrence and trends.
- Participate in staff reviews through observation of performance and make recommendations to the Director of Nursing/HSA for action and monitoring.
- Manage staff certification and education to meet state survey requirements.
- Work Closely with DON in determining strategy for sustained performance with sustainable resources.
- Be capable to act in the capacity of the DON during his/her absence.
- Interview, hire and terminate nursing department employees as needed.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, as well as follow instructions, and accept guidance.
- Must be able to deal tactfully with employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
- Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and potentially hostile people within the facility.
- Must be able to speak, write and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in the State of Florida. Must be CPR Certified
Experience: Must have a minimum of 3 years of long-term care experience as a staff nurse; at least 6 months experience as a nurse leader (direct or in-direct care). Prefer supervisory leadership experience; evidence of proficiency in Instructional methodology, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
Medical Requirements: Must be willing to receive the influenza (flu) vaccination during flu season annually.
Westminster Communities of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification. We provide drug testing and criminal background screening on all new hires. Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.