Assistant Director of Nursing

Under administrative guidance of LTC DON establishes maintains and enhances systems within the unit/department to achieve positive outcomes. This includes planning and initiation of evaluation of strategies to ensure competency and excellence in nursing practice maintenance and use of technology and customer satisfaction. Responsible for budgeting financial analysis cost maintenance and revenue enhancement to achieve quality resident care in a fiscally responsible manner. 24hour responsibility and accountability for the facilities. Participate and/or chair committees related to the operation of the organization as it pertains to nursing responsibilities. Under administrative guidance of LTC DON the Assistant DON duties will include but are not limited to: Oversight of the Performance Improvement Program of the facility to ensure care delivery to the standards and expectations that support the mission vision and values of the organization and participation in the LTC divisional Performance Improvement CommitteeOversight of PRI & MDS process related to components to maximize reimbursement capabilities to be financially soundRepresent the Nursing Dept of the facility on the LTC Safety Committee and coordinate employee safety initiativesCoordinate LTC attendance procedure processResponsible for daily supervisory responsibilitiesWill assume Nurse Manager responsibilities in the absence of another Nurse ManagerInterview CNA candidatesRequirements:Bachelor in Nursing or higherCurrent New York State Registered Professional Nurse licensure4 years of managerial experience (prior Assistant Director level experience is preferred)Two years of nursing experience and demonstrated leadership abilities in the Long Term Care setting. Knowledge/application of New York State Department of Health regulations and survey process and successful experienceProven ability to develop healthy relationships with others (with medical staff other department managers and the public) in a resident/familycentered focused environment.Demonstrated ability to work with residents and staff in a variety of stressful and adverse scenarios. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Ability for a high level of multitasking. Computer literacy required with Word Excel and PowerPointPRI & MDS knowledge/experience is preferredDepartment: Health ScienceThis is a management positionThis is a fulltime position