Assistant Director of Nursing

CareSouth Medical and Dental; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Baton Rouge seeks an Assistant Director of Nursing to ensure high-quality patient care through effective management of nursing staff and operations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, a valid RN license, and at least four years of experience, including clinical supervisory experience. This role emphasizes training and mentoring for staff, communication, and adherence to healthcare regulations. Enjoy a supportive work environment with clinic hours and a commitment to healthcare excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Nursing; Associate's degree with 3 years experience can substitute.
• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum of four years of related experience.
• Valid CPR license required.
• Demonstrated ability to learn using Electronic Health Records.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily nursing operations under the Director of Nursing.
• Ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Coordinate patient care and lead quality improvement initiatives.
• Focus on staff development, including training and mentoring.

Skills

Leadership and communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Conflict resolution

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's of Science Degree in Nursing

Clinical supervisory experience

Registered Nurse license

Job description

Overview

CareSouth is a federally qualified health center that is dedicated to its mission of providing high quality and affordable healthcare with compassion and respect for all. For this position, we are seeking someone who has the passion-filled purpose to deliver service in an impactful way. Enjoy clinic hours, work-life balance, holidays, all while staying connected to your desire to care for patients.

Summary

As the Assistant Director of Nursing, the candidate will work under the supervision of the Director of Nursing to oversee the daily operations of the nursing department, ensuring that all staff adhere to established policies and procedures. The ADON will be responsible for managing nursing staff, coordinating patient care, and implementing quality improvement initiatives. Additionally, the ADON will play a key role in staff development, including training and mentoring new nurses. The successful candidate will possess excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals. The ADON should be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously. A strong understanding of healthcare regulations and best practices is essential to meet the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model, the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) standards, and the Joint Commission (JC) standards.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Director of Nursing oversees daily nursing operations under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures, coordinating patient care, and leading quality improvement initiatives. The ADON also focuses on staff development, including training and mentoring, to support a high-performing nursing team.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor\'s of Science Degree in Nursing. Associate\'s degree in Nursing with three years of nursing experience will substitute for the BSN.
2. ASN/BSN graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
3. Minimum of a valid Registered Nurse license.
4. Minimum of four years of related experience.
5. Must possess at least 1 year of clinical supervisory experience.
6. Valid CPR license.
7. Demonstrated ability to learn using Electronic Health Records; must have strong computer skills.
8. Completes annual education requirements.
9. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
10. Must have exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
11. Must be able to effectively resolve conflicts.
12. Performs all job responsibilities in full compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.