Now is an exciting time to join our amazing team!!!

As an Assistant Director of Nursing you are at the heart of the Clinical Department. Your work will ensure our residents receive the high standard of care they have grown to expect at this facility by assisting with overseeing all aspects of the Clinical Department, assisting with instilling a positive and inclusive facility culture, assisting with setting and attaining Nursing Department goals, ensuring the nursing department is in compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations. Our residents will depend on your knowledge, skills, and attention to detail to ensure they receive an unparalleled standard of care.

Responsibilities are to assist in the following:

Direct, oversee and evaluate all nursing personnel (registered nurses, LPN's, C.N.A.'s, etc.)

Guide staffing procedures

Set objectives and long-term goals for the nursing department

Organize and coordinate admission, nursing and patient care procedures

Develop and enforce policies aiming for legal compliance and high quality standards

Control budgets and monitor expenditures

Resolve issues and deficiencies when needed

Manage record-keeping procedures

Collaborate with other departments and professionals to streamline operations

Report to upper management

Skills

RN with current Illinois nursing license in good standing

In-depth knowledge of resident care

Understanding of basic budgeting and financial reporting

Great knowledge of regulations, survey processes, and best practices in healthcare

Willingness to keep abreast of changing standards in nursing administration

Must have excellent assessment, clinical and supervisory skills

Must be familiar with the Med Pass procedures, all nursing programs, EMR documentation, the MDS, etc.

Excellent ability to lead and develop personnel. Should be able to lead by example and train staff in any new policies/procedures to elevate the clinical expertise of the nursing team

Great communication and people skills

Outstanding organizational and stress management skills

Aptitude in problem-solving

Degree in nursing; Master’s degree in nursing or healthcare administration is a plus

Valid nursing and CPR certification

Solid work history

Salary commensurate with experience.