What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Nursing position at YesCare?
Join YesCare: A Career with Purpose in Correctional Healthcare
Correctional healthcare is more than just a job—it’s a calling. At YesCare, you have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the health, well-being, and future of an underserved population.
As a pioneer in correctional healthcare services, YesCare is committed to innovation, clinical expertise, and compassionate care. By choosing a career with YesCare, you are opting for professional growth, impactful work, and the chance to be part of a legacy of excellence. You’ll have access to the resources, training, and support needed to enhance your skills and reach your full career potential. Your role at YesCare allows you to contribute directly to the care and well-being of patients who need it most. Join a team that’s known for its innovative approaches and dedication to improving correctional healthcare.
Make a difference where it matters most. Start your journey with YesCare today and be part of a team that is transforming lives through care and expertise.
Key Responsibilities
As an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) with YesCare, you will oversee nursing services and clinical operations to ensure the delivery of high-quality care. Key responsibilities include:
YesCare provides a supportive and structured environment where you can thrive in a leadership role while delivering meaningful healthcare in a correctional setting. Your expertise and leadership will directly impact the quality of care and operations within our facilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
YesCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We comply with all federal and state employment opportunity laws and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
Correctional healthcare is more than just a job—it’s a calling. At YesCare, you have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the health, well-being, and future of an underserved population.
As a pioneer in correctional healthcare services, YesCare is committed to innovation, clinical expertise, and compassionate care. By choosing a career with YesCare, you are opting for professional growth, impactful work, and the chance to be part of a legacy of excellence. You’ll have access to the resources, training, and support needed to enhance your skills and reach your full career potential. Your role at YesCare allows you to contribute directly to the care and well-being of patients who need it most. Join a team that’s known for its innovative approaches and dedication to improving correctional healthcare.
Make a difference where it matters most. Start your journey with YesCare today and be part of a team that is transforming lives through care and expertise.
Key Responsibilities
As an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) with YesCare, you will oversee nursing services and clinical operations to ensure the delivery of high-quality care. Key responsibilities include:
- Acting as the senior clinical nurse for assigned areas of responsibility.
- Supervising the delivery of nursing services to inmates daily.
- Assisting in the development of monthly staffing schedules and ensuring appropriate coverage in collaboration with the Health Services Administrator (HSA) and Director of Nursing (DON).
- Conducting weekly visits to clinical areas to observe staff performance and address ongoing programs and challenges.
- Ensuring timely submission of state-required data to Infection Control.
- Participating actively in continuous quality improvement activities or projects.
- Monitoring and addressing patient grievances promptly and assisting Charge Nurses with inmate grievance responses.
- Implementing and enforcing policies and procedures, with recommendations for updates to the DON as needed.
- Coordinating proper orientation for new staff prior to assigning routine duties.
- Following standard precautions and using personal protective equipment as required.
- Performing other duties as assigned by management.
- Education:
- Associate Degree or RN Diploma required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of healthcare or nursing administration experience required.
- Licensure & Certifications:
- Active, unrestricted RN license in the state where the position is located.
- Specialty certification preferred (e.g., Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP), American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), etc.).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Soft Skills:
- Strong critical thinking, organizational, and decisive judgment abilities.
- Effective communication and excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, work in a high-pressure environment, and take appropriate actions when needed.
- Compliance:
- Must adhere to YesCare and departmental policies and procedures.
- Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.
- Background check, security clearance, and drug screening required.
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Generous PTO Plan
- 401k with Matching Funds
- Employee Discount and Rewards Program
- Tuition Assistance
- Continuing Education Reimbursement
YesCare provides a supportive and structured environment where you can thrive in a leadership role while delivering meaningful healthcare in a correctional setting. Your expertise and leadership will directly impact the quality of care and operations within our facilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
YesCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We comply with all federal and state employment opportunity laws and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.