Nursing Jobs in Middleburg, FL

Assistant Director of Nursing

apartment Vivo Healthcare University location_onJacksonville, FL

Assists the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing and directing the overall operations of the Nursing Service Department in accordance with local, state and federal standards and regulations, established facility policies and procedures and as may be directed by the Administrator and the Medical Director, to provide appropriate care. Required Qualifications v A Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university. v Must have, as a minimum, three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing home, or other related health care facility. v Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in practicing state. v Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care. v Current CPR certification. Major Duties and Responsibilities Assists the Director of Nursing in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating and directing the day-to-day operations of the Nursing Services department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations. Interprets and communicates policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation. Participates in all admission decisions as indicated. Participates in daily or weekly management team meetings to discuss census changes, resident changes in status, complaints or concerns. Assists in evaluating work performance of all nursing personnel and implements discipline according to operational policies. Participates in QAPI or facility assessment activities as needed, such as carrying out duties assigned as part of a performance improvement committee. Facilitates, serves, attends or participates in various committees of the facility as appointed. Ensures delivery of compassionate quality care and nursing supervision as evidenced by adequate staff coverage on the units, general cleanliness, and maintaining optimal resident functions. Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team, physicians, consultants, and community agencies to identify and resolve issues and improve the quality of services. Assists with oversight of nursing schedules to ensure resident needs, regulatory and budget standards are met. Participates in the recruitment, hiring and termination of nursing personnel as indicated. Performs rounds to observe residents and ensure nursing needs are being met. Conducts observations of nursing care and supervises development of in-service education to ensure nursing staff is competent in current knowledge and skills. Promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication. Monitors, assists and implements the infection control program in accordance to current infection control guidelines to prevent the development and transmission of disease and infection. Participates in budget development for the nursing department, medical, nursing and central supplies as indicated. Assists in the preparation of inspection surveys, including staff in-services on survey processes, and participation in mock surveys as indicated. Participates in the facility’s plan of correction response to an inspection survey and implements any follow-up required for nursing allegations. Communicates directly with residents, medical and nursing staff, family members, department heads and members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and services and respond to and resolve complaints and concerns. Assists in oversight of resident incidents and concerns daily to identify any unusual occurrences and reports them promptly to the Director of Nursing, Administrator, and/or state agency for appropriate action. Monitors for allegations of potential abuse or neglect, or misappropriation of resident property and participates in the investigative process. Promotes safe work practices, safety rules, and accident prevention procedures to prevent employee injury and illness. May provide direct nursing care as necessary. Acts in an administrative/management capacity in the absence of the Director of Nursing and/or Administrator. #SNFCORP