Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (Registered Nurse/RN)

Life Care Centers of America; Honey Brook (Chester County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Honey Brook, PA is seeking an RN - Assistant Director of Nursing to assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing, and directing Nursing Services to ensure high-quality patient care.

Requires ASN or BSN, active RN license, 2 years geriatric nursing experience, CPR certification. The role emphasizes leadership, supervision of staff, infection control, and adherence to laws and Life Care standards.

Qualifications

• ASN or BSN from an accredited college or university.
• Currently licensed/registered as an RN in the applicable state with an active license.
• Two years of geriatric nursing experience preferred, in post-acute care.
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation, to remain current.

Responsibilities

• Assist the DON in planning, developing, implementing, evaluating and directing the Nursing Services department.
• Interview, select, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise nursing staff.
• Oversee care provided by nursing staff and infection control.
• Refer to duties in the DON absence and provide direct nursing care as needed.
• Maintain professional relationships with associates and confidentiality.

Education

ASN or BSN

RN license in good standing

Job description

Live the Mission

Position Summary

The RN - Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing (DON) in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Nursing Services department to ensure the highest degree of quality patient care in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements

• ASN or BSN from accredited college or university
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• Two (2) years' geriatric nursing experience preferred, preferably in post-acute care
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Maintains a liaison with patients, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for patient needs
• Expert knowledge in field of practice
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: nursing care, supervisory responsibilities,, infection control, patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Assist the DON in planning, developing, implementing, evaluating and directing the Nursing Services department
• Interview, select, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise nursing staff
• Assist with overseeing care provided by nursing staff
• Oversee infection control responsibilities
• Assume the duties of the DON in his or her absence
• Provide direct nursing care as necessary
• Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients