Assistant Director of Nursing

Henderson Nursing and Rehab Henderson, KY 42420, US

Position Purpose:

Assists in organizing and administering the department of nursing while providing quality nursing care and assumes responsibilities delegated by the Director of Nursing.

Essential Functions of Position:

Assists in supervising the assignment and scheduling of nursing staff to meet resident needs
Provides nursing care on shift when needed.
Assists and cooperates with medical staff.
Assists in solving nursing services problems.
Assists in implementing company forms/systems and policies and procedures.
Assists in supervising the maintenance of records of nursing,, medical and related services.
Assists in validating the accuracy of MDS and Care Plans.
Supports the facility policies and programs to instill a better understanding and acceptance by the staff.
Participates in facility quality improvement program.
Conducts in-service programs and orientation programs.
Reviews physician orders daily and monthly, and participates in triple check process.
As requested, assists with DON responsibilities.
Supervises and evaluates implementation of the Resident Rights.
Supervises RN's and LVNs.
Participates and attends periodic in-services and staff meetings.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education/Requirements:

Two (2) years previous nursing experience required, preferably working with a geriatric long term care population; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensed to practice nursing in state of Kentucky.

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