Assistant Director of Nursing RN

The Blossoms at Cumberland; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Medical/dental/vision

Disability coverage

Professional development

Job summary

The Blossoms at Cumberland in Little Rock, AR is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the DON in planning, directing, and evaluating nursing services. The ADON will oversee staffing, compliance, and resident care with a holistic, rehabilitative approach to maximize resident independence.

We value leadership, regulatory adherence, and a commitment to elder care, offering ongoing professional development and a comprehensive benefits package to support our team.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Arkansas or a compact license.
• Advanced education and/or managerial experience in nursing preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership in a healthcare setting.
• Commitment to elder care and ability to work with diverse personalities.
• Proficient in computer applications relevant to job duties.
• Access to reliable transportation for flexible scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise nursing operations and support strategic planning and evaluation of nursing services.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and drive quality improvement initiatives.
• Oversee resident care through rounds and direct involvement as needed.
• Manage staffing to meet resident needs and cover the DON in their absence.
• Facilitate communication about resident status changes with stakeholders.
• Implement nursing policies and procedures, and participate on the floor when necessary.
• Lead staff training and professional development to promote excellence.

Skills

RN license

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Team coordination

Computer skills

Transportation access

Education

RN license AR/compact

Tools

EHR systems

Regulatory databases

Job description

Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) plays a critical support role to the Director of Nursing (DON) at The Blossoms at Cumberland. This position involves comprehensive involvement in planning, developing, organizing, directing, and evaluating the Nursing Department's services and activities. The ADON ensures that operations are harmonious across departments, emphasizing a holistic and rehabilitative approach to maximize resident independence. In the DON's absence, the ADON assumes supervisory responsibilities to maintain department functionality and compliance with regulatory standards.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Company-Sponsored Life Insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Professional Development Opportunities

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Supervision: Assist in managing daily operations and support strategic planning and evaluation of nursing services.
• Regulatory Compliance and Quality Improvement: Establish objectives and standards for nursing in compliance with regulatory requirements. Conduct quality indicator audits for improvement.
• Resident Care Oversight: Conduct resident rounds to monitor care quality and directly involve in patient care as needed.
• Staffing Management: Ensure efficient staffing to meet resident needs and manage the department in the DON's absence.
• Communication and Collaboration: Facilitate communication about resident status changes and establish rapport with all stakeholders.
• Policy and Procedure Implementation: Implement nursing care standards and policies, working the floor when necessary.
• Professional Development and Training: Lead nursing staff training and development, promoting excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Unencumbered, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Arkansas or a compact license.
• Recommended advanced education and/or managerial experience in nursing.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in a healthcare setting.
• Commitment to elder care and ability to work with diverse personality types.
• Competent decision-making skills with creative initiative and mature judgment.
• Proficiency in computer applications relevant to job duties.
• Access to reliable transportation for flexible work scheduling.

Our Commitment

The Blossoms at Cumberland is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We strive for excellence in care through collaboration, respect, and continuous growth, both professionally and personally.