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Assistant Director of Nursing - Clinical

Westminster Bradenton Towers in, Bradenton, Florida, United States, 34205

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Assistant Director of Nursing - Clinical (Healthcare) Work With Excellence, Serve With Heart!

Join the team at Westminster Point Pleasant, a waterfront continuing care retirement community located near downtown Bradenton. We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented self-starter for our full-time Assistant Director of Nursing - Clinical position. EOE, DFWP "We honor those who served".

Why work for us?

Competitive Hourly Wage

Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 403b

Generous Paid Time Off Plan

Work Alongside Industry Experts That Take Pride in Their Work

Supportive Management Team That Put Employees First

Warm and Friendly Work Environment

Beautiful, Well-Maintained Facility Conveniently Located Near Downtown Bradenton

Flexible Schedule

Plenty of Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary:

The primary purpose of this position is to develop the competency of staff in accordance with quality improvement needs. This role assists the leadership team in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating process improvement opportunities as well as structuring learning experiences as part of the improvement process.

Essential Job Functions:

Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards, and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and its communities.

Develop, plan, conduct, and schedule effective learning experiences for facility staff including nurses and nursing assistants.

Utilize QAPI as a performance improvement model and the foundation for the Quality Program as it relates to nursing.

Work with IDT on quality improvement techniques and strategies.

Drive competency with front line staff on prioritization and critical problem solving.

Collaborate with RHSD and DON to periodically review policies and procedures and make recommendations for revisions. Monitor staff compliance with written policies and procedures.

Monitor QM / Metrics performance and identify improvement opportunities through root cause analysis and IDT discussions.

Work with ADONs to support process improvement including RCA, training, and reporting.

Maintain a comprehensive Infection Control Program with surveillance, documentation / trending, data analysis and monthly reports. Assist with problem identification and resolution.

Manage and monitor incidents / accidents occurrence and trends.

Participate in staff reviews through observation of performance and make recommendations to the Director of Nursing/HSA for action and monitoring.

Manage staff certification and education to meet state survey requirements.

Work closely with the DON in determining strategy for sustained performance with sustainable resources.

Be capable to act in the capacity of the DON during his/her absence.

Interview, hire and terminate nursing department employees as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept guidance.

Must be able to deal tactfully with employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and potentially hostile people within the facility.

Must be able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.

Essential Qualifications:

Education:

Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in the State of Florida. CPR Certified.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of long-term care experience as a staff nurse; at least 6 months experience as a nurse leader (direct or indirect care). Supervisory leadership experience preferred; evidence of proficiency in instructional methodology and strong interpersonal communication skills.

Medical Requirements:

Willingness to receive the influenza (flu) vaccination during flu season annually.

Experience

(summary): Required – minimum 3 years of long-term care experience as a staff nurse; at least 6 months experience as a nurse leader; supervisory leadership experience preferred.

Education : Associates or better in Nursing RN (preferred).

Licenses & Certifications : CPR Certified, RN license (Florida).

Behaviors

(preferred): Team Player, Functional Expert, Detail Oriented, Dedicated.

Motivations

(preferred): Self-Starter, Job Security, Growth Opportunities, Goal Completion, Ability to Make an Impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is committed to equal employment opportunity and complies with all applicable laws. For more information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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