RN Assistant Director of Nursing
Life at Ascension
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About the role
Assist in directing services, workflow and resources for assigned long-term care nursing area. Assist in developing, organizing and implementing clinical services and programs. Communicate policies, expected outcomes, work routines, and work procedures to clinical staff. Assist with implementation and evaluation of quality of care including ongoing auditing of quality indicators. Assist in monitoring nursing budgets. Assist with admissions, discharges and transfer to ensure appropriate care and compliance with State and/or Federal regulations. Manage activities related to staffing, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Assist in directing services, workflow and resources for assigned long-term care nursing area.
- Assist in developing, organizing and implementing clinical services and programs.
- Communicate policies, expected outcomes, work routines, and work procedures to clinical staff.
- Aid in implementation and evaluation of quality of care including ongoing auditing of quality indicators.
- Aid in monitoring nursing budgets.
- Assist with admissions, discharges and transfer to ensure appropriate care and compliance with State and/or Federal regulations.
- Manage activities related to staffing, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives.
Requirements
- Licensure / Certification / Registration: Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. BLS Provider preferred.
- Education: Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
- Work Experience: 5 years of experience required. 10 years of experience preferred. 2 years of leadership or management experience required. 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.
Qualifications
- Licensure / Certification / Registration: Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. BLS Provider preferred.
- Education: Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
- Work Experience: 5 years of experience required. 10 years of experience preferred. 2 years of leadership or management experience required. 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Knowledge of nursing standards and best practices.
- Experience with budget management and resource allocation.
- Leadership and management experience.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options.
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance.
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning.
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources.
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits.
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more.
Pay
Salary Range: $92,493.52 - $125,138.10 per year
Schedule
Schedule: Full Time, Day , overtime as needed