The Assistant Director of Nursing assists the DON in maintaining the standards of resident care, advising the medical staff, department heads, and administrator in matters related to Nursing Services. Assist the DON in establishing policies, interpreting those policies according to the standards of nursing practice, and with general staff development.

• Assist the DON in administration of policies and procedures of the nursing department
• Assist the DON in planning, organizing, and supervising the Nursing Department around the clock in order to insure competent nursing care for the residents
• Assist or maintain an active staff development program
• Encourages increased competency and skill in all levels of the Nursing Department staff
• Advises the DON of any problems related to resident care
• Monitors the resident medical and nursing history for completeness and inclusion in the medical record
• Participates in QAA
• Assists the DON to maintain the standards of care
• Provide leadership and promote team spirit with staff, interdisciplinary team, and department heads
• Supervise and counsel personnel to fulfill the objectives of the Nursing Department
• Create and maintain a motivating environment that encourages employee involvement, creativity and problem solving

Educational Requirements and Experience :

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
• Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Texas
• Knowledge of Nursing Theory and standards of practice
• Must Have at least 2 years Skilled Nursing Experience
• Must Have at least 1 year ADON experience in a Skilled Nursing Community