Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)*Sign-On Bonus*

The Quarters at Des Peres delivers high-quality care for every resident through our most valuable asset: you. We seek compassionate and thoughtful individuals who share our passion for exceptional care in senior living. Partnering with a vast network of skilled nursing centers across 3 states, we support our small team of caring professionals with the resources and benefits of a large enterprise.

Pay, Benefits and Perks

• $12,000 sign-on bonus for full-time qualifying RN candidates
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Immediately accrue paid time off (PTO) as you work (full-time only)
• 6 observed holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Up to $5,000 per calendar year in tuition/education reimbursement for approved programs of study
• Take home up to 75% of your net earned wages at the end of every shift
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matched contributions after 1 year of employment
• Medical (including Teledoc), dental, vision, life, and other voluntary insurance options for full-time employees

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to residents in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort, consistent with company clinical policies and procedures as well as state/federal guidelines and regulations
• Initiate the development and implementation of policies and procedures that govern the nursing staff in collaboration with appropriate services
• Oversee the provision of nursing services 24 hours a day, seven days a week
• Establish and maintain job specifications and descriptions for nursing staff
• Address and support cultural practices if they do not harm others or interfere with medical therapy
• Recommend modifications, additions, or deletions to nursing staffing plans to ensure reasonable hours and acceptable working conditions for optimal resident care coverage
• Ensure each resident’s accident or incident is fully documented and reported according to company policies and regulations
• Represent nursing staff on committees such as Infection Prevention and Control, Pain Management, Performance Improvement, and Quality Assurance
• Make daily rounds to all nursing units
• Participate in performance improvement functions by collecting and verifying data as needed
• Consult other departments to provide an interdisciplinary approach to resident needs
• Ensure licensed nurses perform head-to-toe assessments and reassessments on all residents
• Demonstrate knowledge of geriatric residents and evaluate licensed nurses’ abilities to assess and reassess residents
• Interpret results of tests and procedures and take appropriate action
• Assess residents on admission, at least once per shift, and when conditions change; document appropriately
• Assess and reassess residents’ pain, utilize appropriate pain management techniques, and educate residents and families on pain management
• Promote and support the greatest possible degree of independence for residents
• Contribute knowledge of residents’ conditions and document observations as required
• Promote a safe and clean hazard-free environment for residents, family members, and staff
• Ensure equipment is clean and functional; report malfunctions to supervisor
• Function as a team leader and role model
• Abide by company clinical policies and procedures for abuse prevention
• Notify physician of changes in resident’s condition and follow through until appropriate action is taken
• Follow through on information from shift reports, residents, or families regarding resident concerns
• Implement the resident’s plan of care based on assessments and goals established by the interdisciplinary care team
• Attend all required meetings
• Plan and coordinate with the Administrator, utilizing respective service managers for budgeting requirements for staff, supplies, and equipment
• Responsible for cost controls to ensure maximum effectiveness of funds expended from approved department budgets
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures and supervise staff in these procedures
• React decisively and quickly in emergency situations
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Active Missouri RN license in good standing
• Prior nursing management/leadership experience preferred
• 1 year of nursing experience in a long-term care facility preferred
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
• Effective communication with residents, family members, and all levels of the organization
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff