Assistant Director of Nursing, ADON

The Qualifications:

Previous ADON experience preferred OR 2 years' unit manager/supervisory experience

Possess a current, unencumbered Registered Nurse license in Pennsylvania., bachelor's degree preferred

Is knowledgeable of the needs of the aging and chronically ill requiring long term care

Possesses the ability to effectively communicate with personnel, resident, family members, visitors, government agency personnel, and the general public

Has patience, tact, and a cheerful disposition

Possesses strong leadership, communication, and observational skills and the ability to manage high stress situations

The Duties & Responsibilities:

Assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing, staffing and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Service Department

Resolve personnel issues and keep employees informed of current changes that affect the quality patient care provided

Develop work assignments and schedules, and assist nursing supervisory staff

Delegate the administrative tasks of the nursing teams assigned duties

Supervise all admissions for eligibility/denial of Medicare skilled services

Notify all providers of resident status of eligibility for skilled services and changes

Ensure that written physician orders for skilled services per Medicare guidelines are obtained and coordinate therapeutic services for residents

Make daily rounds of the nursing department to ensure that all work assignments and resident care needs are met

Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules and report medication errors

Provide direct nursing care as necessary