Assistant Director of Nursing - Clinical

Job Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to develop the competency of staff in accordance with quality improvement needs. This role assists the leadership team in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating process improvement opportunities as well as structuring learning experiences as a part of the improvement process.

Essential Job Functions

• Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards, and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and its communities.
• Develop, plan, conduct, and schedule effective learning experiences for facility staff including nurses and nursing assistants.
• Utilize QAPI as a performance improvement model and the foundation for the Quality Program as it relates to nursing.
• Work with IDT on quality improvement techniques and strategies.
• Drive competency with front line staff on prioritization, critical problem solving.
• Collaborate with the RHSD and DON to periodically review the policies and procedures and make recommendations for revisions.
• Maintain a comprehensive Infection Control Program with surveillance, documentation / trending, analysis of the data and monthly reports.
• Assist with problem identification and resolution.
• Manage and monitor Incidents / Accidents occurrence and trends.
• Participate in staff reviews through observation of performance and make recommendations to the Director of Nursing/HSA for action and monitoring.
• Manage staff certification and education to meet state survey requirements.
• Manage strategy for sustained performance with sustainable resources.
• Be capable to act in the capacity of the DON during his/her absence.
• Interview, hire and terminate nursing department employees as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to make independent decisions, as well as follow instructions, and accept guidance.
• Ability to deal tactfully with employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Ability to work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and potentially hostile people within the facility.
• Ability to speak, write and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.

Essential Qualifications

• Education: Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in the State of Florida. Must be CPR Certified.
• Experience: Must have a minimum of 3 years of long-term care experience as a staff nurse; at least 6 months experience as a nurse leader (direct or in-direct care). Prefer supervisory leadership experience; evidence of proficiency in Instructional methodology, and strong interpersonal communication skills.