Asst. Director of Nursing (LVN/LPN)

St. Peters Post Acute; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare facility dedicated to providing exceptional nursing care. This role involves supporting the Director of Nursing in managing nursing staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining high standards of resident care. You will play a crucial role in fostering a respectful environment for residents and their families while overseeing daily operations and staff training. With a commitment to professional development and regulatory adherence, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of nurse management experience, preferably in a long-term care facility.
• Must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Assists the DON in planning and supervising nursing staff activities.
• Oversees clinical operations and ensures resident safety.

Skills

Nurse Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Suite

PCC

Job description

Description

Assists the DON in planning, developing, and supervising the activities of the nursing staff. Assists in the development and implementation of nursing services, objectives, policies, and procedures. Works with the DON to recruit, hire, and train nursing staff. Assists DON with employee appraisals and resolving problems, including disciplinary actions. Acts as the back-up for the DON, RN, and LVN staff. May be required to provide direct resident care as needed.

Oversees clinical operations, including making daily rounds and monitoring resident conditions. Responsible for ensuring resident safety and that residents are treated with the utmost respect. Serves as a liaison between residents, family members, and physicians. Attends staff meetings and conducts staff meetings if the DON is unavailable. Provides reports and recommendations to the DON concerning the operation of nursing services.

Assists the DON in designing, implementing, and evaluating nursing systems that ensure consistent delivery of care and promote resident rights. Supports ongoing in-services for nursing staff. Maintains confidentiality regarding residents and employees. Must stay informed of regulatory changes and communicate them appropriately.

Supervisory Requirements

Assists with the overall supervision and management of the nursing staff.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience: Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing; Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred. Must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing and maintain all required continuing education/licensing. 3-5 years of nurse management experience, preferably in a long-term care facility.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, regulations. Ability to write reports and communicate effectively with managers and staff.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts like fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in various forms.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Proficiency in Microsoft Suite; experience with PCC preferred. Must maintain all licensing and stay in good standing with the State Board of Nursing.

Physical Demands

Must occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds. Prolonged use of computer. Regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, read, hear. Use of office equipment. Travel may be required.

Work Environment

Work typically occurs in a low to moderate noise environment. Reasonable accommodations available for disabilities.

Note: Duties and responsibilities are subject to change at management's discretion. This description provides a general overview and is not exhaustive.