Assistant Director Of Nursing

Vivo Healthcare; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health and Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Vivo Healthcare Harbourwood is seeking a Nursing Director (DON) to assist the DON in all aspects of resident care and nursing services. The role directs personnel and ensures regulatory compliance within the facility.

The candidate will supervise staff, develop nursing care plans, and lead educational programs across shifts to maintain high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Nursing at a minimum; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current state license as a Registered Nurse.
• Two years of relevant RN experience required.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.

Responsibilities

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Provide basic nursing care to patients within Vivo Healthcare Harbourwood’s scope of practice.
• Serve as a direct line supervisor for staff and act as DON in absence of the Director.
• Conduct routine rounds of facility to monitor residents progress.
• Review, monitor, intervene and report complaints/grievances made by residents, families, etc.
• Perform emergency procedures such as CPR and report accidents or incidents.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff supervision

Regulatory knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Assisting DON in all aspects of resident care, nursing services, and directing personnel within the facility.

Essential Functions

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization


• Provide basic nursing care to patients within Vivo Healthcare Harbourwood’s scope of practice that includes actions that meet psychosocial needs and physical needs.


• Serve as a direct line supervisor for staff and act as DON in absence of the Director.


• Conduct routine rounds of facility to monitor residents progress.


• Review, monitor, intervene and report complaints/grievances made by residents, families, etc.


• Perform emergency procedures such as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and report accidents or incidents in a timely manner.


• Review and revise nursing care plans on a regular basis within the guidelines of federal, state and facility regulations/policy.


• Initiates the development of policies and procedures that govern nursing services and other services under his or her position control.


• Responsible for verifying employee credentials under his or her position control.


• Responsible for staff performance, recruitment, retention, and development.


• Investigate and report employee incidents according to company policy and coordinate return to work programs with Human Resources.


• Designs, plans, and provides educational programs on all shifts and for all departments.


• Participates in the staff evaluation process by providing attendance records and observation of employee performance.


• Provides general facility orientation to all new employees and ongoing in-service education.


• Plans and provides a monthly and annual schedule of planned education programs.


• Ensures Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)/State Tested Nursing Assistants (STNA) meet the annual 12-hour in-service requirement.


• Actively participates in quality assurance and reports concerns to supervisor.


• Collaborate with other departments and agencies regarding resources and services for improved patient care and staff development.


• Participates in appropriate meetings and committees.


• Prepare reports or recommendations for the Administrator regarding the operation of the Nursing Department.


• Audit documentation for errors or inconsistencies; correct or document as necessary.


• Inventory, identify and monitor the storage of equipment, supplies, etc.

Non-Essential Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Professional Requirements

• Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.


• Complete annual education requirements.


• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.


• Report to work on time and as scheduled.


• Wear identification while on duty.


• Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.


• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.


• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.


• Communicate the mission, ethics, and goals of the organization.


• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.


• Attend regular staff meetings and in-services.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Nursing at a minimum; Bachelor's degree preferred.


• Current state license as a Registered Nurse.


• Two years of relevant RN experience required.


• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.


• Must be able to safely and successfully perform job‑related functions, with or without reasonable accommodation required by federal, state, or local law.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of patient services.


• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations.


• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.


• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information.


• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner.


• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.


• Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

• Working irregular hours including call hours.


• Physically demanding, high-stress environment.


• Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions.


• Pushing and pulling heavy objects.


• Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients.


• Position requires light to moderate work with 50 pounds maximum weight to lift and carry.


• Position requires reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Health and Dental Insurance


• 401(k) Retirement Plan

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