Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (RN)

About the Role

Medical Park West Rehabilitation and Skilled Care in Norman, OK has an opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON). This key management role assists in the leadership and delivery of clinical services, ensuring facility residents receive the best possible quality care. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team recognized for its achievements and contributions, helping to provide superior clinical care, rehabilitation, wellness, and supportive services.

Responsibilities

• Maintains appropriate nursing service obligations, goals, and standards of nursing practices consistent with licensure requirements and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Oversees, directs, and coordinates nursing staff to provide proper resident care consistent with standard nursing practices.
• Participates in screening prospective residents as well as ongoing assessment of resident needs.
• Assures staff adherence to appropriate infection control procedures, quality assurance programs, and OSHA procedures.
• Functions as the liaison between the facility and other outside caregivers.
• Conducts employee conferences, counseling, and evaluations. Participates in the hiring of new nursing employees and the orientation process.
• Assists in the ongoing in-service education of nursing staff.
• Responsible for adhering to the nursing service budget.
• Assumes responsibility/authority for decisions regarding all aspects of nursing care, consulting with the Director of Assisted Living, Nurse Consultants, and other resources.
• Assures provision of appropriate medications, treatments, and nursing services according to care plans and physician’s instructions.
• Monitors/controls inventories of drugs and supplies.
• Notifies the Director of Assisted Living, physician, and family or responsible party in the event of a significant change in the resident’s condition.
• Formulates plan of care based on a resident assessment and completes resident care attendant assignments based on needs of the resident.
• Attends all department head meetings, staff meetings, and serves on appropriate committees as deemed necessary by the Director of Assisted Living.

Requirements

• RN in the State of practice.
• Previous skilled nursing facility experience with a solid understanding of clinical operations and regulatory compliance.
• Nursing management experience and/or staff development experience.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strong employee relationships.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and verbal skills.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off with Cash-Out and Donation Options
• Paid Holidays
• Pay on Demand - Payday Advance
• Gym Membership and Fitness Program Discounts
• Employee Discounts on Everyday Purchases and Services
• Access to Automobile and Home Insurance Marketplace