Assistant Director of Nursing/RN

The Assistant Director of Nursing assists the DON in maintaining the standards of resident care, advising the medical staff, department heads, and administrator in matters related to Nursing Services. Assist the DON in establishing policies, interpreting those policies according to the standards of nursing practice, and with general staff development.
Assist the DON in administration of policies and procedures of the nursing department
Assist the DON in planning, organizing, and supervising the Nursing Department around the clock in order to insure competent nursing care for the residents
Assist or maintain an active staff development program
Encourages increased competency and skill in all levels of the Nursing Department staff
Advises the DON of any problems related to resident care
Monitors the resident medical and nursing history for completeness and inclusion in the medical record
Participates in QAA
Assists the DON to maintain the standards of care
Provide leadership and promote team spirit with staff, interdisciplinary team, and department heads
Supervise and counsel personnel to fulfill the objectives of the Nursing Department
Create and maintain a motivating environment that encourages employee involvement, creativity and problem solving
Educational Requirements and Experience:
Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Texas
Knowledge of Nursing Theory and standards of practice
Must Have at least 2 years Skilled Nursing Experience
Must Have at least 1 year ADON experience in a Skilled Nursing Community