Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Far Rockaway Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing to join their dedicated team. This role involves assisting in management responsibilities, ensuring quality care for residents, and coordinating staff education programs. The facility prides itself on providing a nurturing environment where residents can maintain their individuality and dignity. With a commitment to high-quality care, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of residents while working in a supportive and flexible atmosphere. If you are passionate about nursing leadership and dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current RN license and have a minimum of 3 years in Long-Term Care.
• Management and staff education experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with management responsibilities and quality of care.
• Coordinate staff education and maintain medical records.
• Be on call 24 hours and assist with nursing staff hiring.

Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Flexibility

Education

Current State RN license

3 years of experience in Long-Term Care

Management experience

Staff education experience

Job description

Far Rockaway Center is hiring a Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) in Far Rockaway, NY.

DUTIES:

• Assist the DNS with management responsibilities and in maintaining the quality of care
• Responsible for Wound/Skin Rounds weekly
• Assist with compliance and ensure effective communication with all levels of nursing staff
• Meet the nursing medical needs of all residents
• 24 hours on call
• Coordinates the staff education program
• Assist with coordinate and direct the total planning for nursing services
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory and practice
• Responsible for the accurate and timely completion of medical records
• Assist with interviewing, hiring and orienting of new nursing staff
• Infection control
• Maintain flexibility with work schedule to address unpredictable needs

REQUIREMENTS:

• Current State RN license required
• Min. 3 yrs. exp. in Long-Term Care settings
• 2 years of management experience preferred
• 1-year staff education experience preferred
• Excellent Communication Skills required
• Evidence of basic leadership skills and supervision
• Flexible hours required

About us:

Far Rockaway Center is a 100-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in Far Rockaway, New York. Our size enables a warm, nurturing environment, which allows each resident to maintain his or her individuality. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents, by maintaining each resident’s dignity and independence. Far Rockaway Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care Consortium.

Equal Opportunity Employer –M/F/D/V