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TITLE: Assistant Director of Nursing (OSHA Classification

1) FLSA: Exempt POSITION SUMMARY: Directs the daily routine functioning of the nursing staff by assuring the overall supervision of all nursing personnel concerned with resident care and ensuring compliance with all federal, state and facility regulations, policies, and procedures.

TITLE OF SUPERVISOR: Director of Nursing Services

TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES: Nursing Staff.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS - Education / Experience

• Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Connecticut.

• Minimum of three years additional education or experience in rehabilitative or geriatric nursing and one year of nursing services administration.

• CPR certified.

• Understands responsibilities concerning infection control, safety, accident and fire prevention.

• Ability to read, write and comprehend English; ability to follow oral and written instructions. Strong written, verbal, analytical and interpersonal skills.

• Fluent knowledge of word processing (including Microsoft Office) and other office equipment.

• Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position assignment. Working Conditions: Works in an appropriately lighted and ventilated environment. Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day, proper body mechanics required.

• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics/equipment that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

1. Accountability The demonstrated ability to take responsibility and ownership for the outcomes of actions and decisions with particular emphasis on the quality of services, prudent fiscal management, and high ethical practice. Leadership accountability is characterized by the ability to measure, assess, and improve departmental functions and processes. Includes attending all required and mandatory annual in-services.

2. Change and Flexibility The demonstrated ability to initiate, support and implement effective changes to enhance organizational performance with due regard for the organization’s Mission. This competency is characterized by the ability to continuously seek opportunities to create value-driven processes and systems. Assistant Director of Nursing 07/2023 Page 2 of 4

3. Coaching and Developing Others The demonstrated ability to enhance the skills and performance of others by systematically supplying clear goals, performance-specific feedback, effective coaching and developmental opportunities and experiences. The outcome of effective coaching is the staff's ability to communicate openly, manage conflict effectively, actively commit to self-development and build a culture of continuous improvement.

4. Communication The demonstrated ability to present ideas and information in a concise, effective, and interpersonally appropriate manner, through written and oral forms. Recognizes emergency situations and responds and / or communicates appropriately. Willingly discusses any problems, needs, or concerns which arise with management.

5. Leadership The demonstrated ability to proactively envision and implement organizational goals and to align resources to achieve those goals. Leadership is characterized by the ability to effectively communicate, use critical thinking skills to enhance positive performance by others while assuming the responsibility in supporting the Organization in promoting and supporting positive employee relations and effective communications among facility staff and the awareness for continuous self-development.

6. Partnership / Collaboration The demonstrated ability to develop and cultivate trusting, respectful and mutually beneficial relationships with staff, residents, and families. This competency is characterized by integrity, open communication, and a commitment to win-win strategies.

7. Customer Service The demonstrated ability to develop and cultivate mutually beneficial relationships with internal and external customers, including but not limited to coworkers, residents, families, and physicians. Effective customer service behavior is characterized by continually striving to exceed all customer expectations. Service is characterized by responsible and caring stewardship, which assures the dignity of all individuals and the organization’s effectiveness.

8. Vision / Big Picture Thinking The demonstrated ability to be knowledgeable and sensitive regarding services to the aging, organizations, and operational issues, as well as market and industry developments. This competency is characterized by the ability to integrate the Organization’s missions with organizational implication in considering any issue.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

1. Understands and upholds state and federal regulations governing admissions to a nursing facility.

2. Understands and upholds the Resident’s Bill of Rights and holds all resident information confidential.

3. Follows and follows all State and Federal regulations and established Personnel Policies and Procedures.

4. Utilizes excellent assessment, communication, and counseling skills, including independent decision making.

5. Follow oral and written instructions.

6. Maintains all pertinent records in a timely, efficient, and confidential manner.

7. Projects a professional image always.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Directs and supervises Unit Managers, RN Supervisors and Charge Nurses (RN/LPN) in effectively accomplishing their duties.

2. Acts as liaison between Director of Nursing Services and Unit Managers/RN Supervisors/Charge Nurses (RN/LPN).

3. Acts as a resource person in all areas of resident care.

4. Ensures that nursing services staffing needs and schedules are met.

5. Assists in the interpretation of facility nursing policies and ensures implementation of these policies.

6. Assists in recruitment and selection of nursing services employees.

7. Responsible for ordering and receiving medications for the emergency drug box and oversees narcotic control and destruction. Assistant Director of Nursing 07/2023 Page 3 of 4

8. Assumes all responsibilities of the Director of Nursing Services in his/her absence.

9. Oversees disciplinary actions in conjunction with RN Supervisors and Charge Nurses (RN/LPN).

10. Verifies that significant clinical developments are reported to the resident's physician and family.

11. Tracks rehospitalization rates and identifies areas for education.

12. Serves as the Wound Care Nurse and/or resource for wound care (facility specific).

13. Conducts case reviews on hospital readmissions.

14. Oversees the Quality Assurance Program for the Nursing Department. Assists in planning, organizing, developing, implementing, and interpreting the facility's goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.

15. Understands and upholds the Resident’s Bill of Rights and holds all resident information confidential.

16. Performs other related duties and attends meetings as may be deemed necessary by the Administrator

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