Assistant Director of Nursing - Correctional Care Leader

RiseMe; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NaphCare is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our team in Tucson, Arizona, where we provide medical care for individuals housed in the Pima County Detention Center.

As ADON, you will supervise nursing staff, assist the Director of Nursing, ensure policies and ACA/NCCHC standards compliance, and coordinate with medical, mental health and correctional teams to deliver quality, secure care.

Qualifications

• Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in Arizona
• Two years of clinical and progressive management experience in correctional healthcare or acute care settings
• Active BLS CPR certification (American Heart Association)

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with medical, mental health and correctional staff to enhance quality patient care while maintaining a safe and secure work environment
• Assist DON in managing nursing staff, monitoring staffing needs, hiring and training of new staff and conducting performance evaluations
• Effectively communicate with healthcare staff and correctional staff to coordinate patient care with providers outside the facility
• Monitoring compliance with site-specific and company policies and procedures, taking appropriate corrective action, and ensuring compliance with ACA, NCCHC standards
• Creating and managing staffing schedules to ensure adequate nursing coverage for all shifts
• Ensuring all healthcare related equipment and supplies, including pharmaceuticals and over the counter medications, are appropriately stocked and available at all times
• Maintaining current and accurate patient records and documentation
• Developing staff, conducting in-service training for new and current staff
• Conducting daily clinical rounds to all designated areas of responsibility to observe and review documentation, orders, and patient care plans
• Assisting in daily triage/sick call, minor medical/surgical procedures, and patient assessments
• Participating in all monthly, quarterly, and annual meetings as assigned and required in accordance with contract compliance
• Mitigating risks by proactively addressing potential hazards, including dangerous work conditions, health and safety concerns and reporting issues to company leadership and facility management.

Skills

RN license AZ

BLS CPR

Staff management

Communication skills

Nursing principles

Confidentiality

Code of Conduct

Background check

Job description

NaphCare is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our team in Tucson, Arizona, where we provide medical care for individuals housed in the Pima County Detention Center.

As ADON, you will supervise nursing staff, assist the Director of Nursing, ensure policies and ACA/NCCHC standards compliance, and coordinate with medical, mental health and correctional teams to deliver quality, secure care.