Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Company: Huntington Park Nursing Center
Location: Huntington Park
Posted on: September 9, 2023

Job Description:

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)Position Summary:Assists and supports the Director of Nursing (DON) in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the nursing department to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is always maintained.Qualifications:Valid RN license, in good standing, current CPR and BLS certificationsMinimum, two (2) years' experience as a supervisor in health care settingMinimum six (6) months experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practicesOutstanding communication (oral/written), organizational and time management skillsProficiency with PCC a plusAbility to multi-task and treat everyone at work kindly and professionallyWorks collaboratively and independently, following procedures and guidelinesCompletes tasks on time, reporting up on successes, challenges, and offering solutionsResponsibilities:Monitors scheduling and staffing to ensure daily PPD requirements are metAids nursing staff as needed (includes admissions, medication passes, wound care, etc.)Participates in developing, updating and implementing department policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department.Interacts with residents and families/responsible parties and staff; instilling confidence in care, answering questions, giving directions and ensuring care plans are followedWorks with MDS Coordinator to schedule care plan meetings and reviewing resident records to ensure they are updated and accurateAssist in developing and communicating a nursing service organization structureParticipates in discharge planningMakes rounds to ensure patient needs are met and employees are completing assignmentsAssists in surveys (inspections); and following up with corrective measuresReports occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals as required by state and federal lawRemains up to date on regulations pertaining to clinical and skilled nursing practicesMay serve on committees and work with other department leaders as assignedParticipates in, and complies with, annual facility in-service training programsPerforms administrative and clerical duties such as charting, completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc., as necessary and/or assignedParticipates in interviewing and selecting appropriate residents for admission to the facility, including PASARR screeningsBenefits:Competitive payHealth Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision coverages with company paying a substantial portion of costs (voluntary supplemental plan options available)401(k) with discretionary company match annuallyCompany paid Basic Life and disability insurance (Buy up options available)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)Employee Assistance programTuition Assistance and Profession Enhancement FundsBene-Hub employee sponsored discount programs and more---.We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.*Benefits available to full-time employees#hphpHuntington Park Nursing Center is a 24-hour skilled nursing facility located in Huntington Park. Our team of dedicated healthcare professionals works to help patients recover from surgery, injury or serious illness.As a team, we strive to exceed the expectations of those we serve and our purpose is to provide our patients with positive rehabilitative therapy and exceptional nursing care. We want to help patients achieve their highest possible functioning level and to assist them in returning to the lowest level of care practical.Pay: Starting at $50 / hourBenefits:Flexible schedulePaid time offHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceDisability insurance401(k)401(k) matchingReferral programEmployee discountJob Type: fulltime, parttimeEducation: High school degreeWork location: On-site

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