Assistant Director of Nursing

apartment Senior Lifestyle location_onLisle, IL 60532, US

Company Description

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for the coordination of care on the nursing units in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards. This position will ensure that Senior Lifestyle standards for resident care are met.

Job Description

Salary Range: $90,000 - $94,000

Responsible for the proper maintenance of medical records to include monitoring documentation in Point Click Care.
Monitor current health records, follow-up on incidents, issues with skilled residents and/or families, and meetings as needed.
Develop and maintain a working relationship with professional providers of care to skilled residents.
Assist the direct care nursing staff with admissions, transfers, and the discharge of residents.
Monitor and follow-up with falls, infection control, skin issues, unusual occurrences, medication delivery error and any other issues as indicated by the DON.
Maintenance of quality assurance parameters including chart audits, log audits and the scheduling of in-services as indicated.
Oversee the daily completion and adherence to documentation as required in PCC.
Complete audits as per direction of the DON.
Assist the direct care staff with admissions, transfers & discharges.
Provide direct care nursing and supervisor responsibilities as indicted.
Provide staff in-service and education as indicated.
Communicate, clarify and obtain orders, and updates on resident condition, etc. with other Health Care Providers.

Qualifications

Level of Formal Education: Associate minimum, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Area of Study: Nursing
Years of Experience: 5-10+ years
Type of Experience: Direct resident care experience, previous experience in similar position, experience as a clinical nurse
Special Certifications: Must be RN
Language Skills: Acceptable fluency in English in order to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with all others.
Technical Competencies: Excellent computer skills
Information Systems: Point Click Care
Personal Attributes: Professional, organized, experienced, easy going, low-key, confidence in self-knowledge

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.

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