Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), Director of Nursing (DON), Health Plan, Nursing, Nursing Management, Patient Care, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Registered Nurse (RN)
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. This is a salary position.
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 service 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 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 responsiblities
- Supervises and evaluates implementation of the Residents 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 employment.
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Santa Fe Care Center
Making the decision to place a family member in a nursing and rehabilitation center is one of life’s most difficult and emotional challenges. It’s often a decision that occurs when the physical, emotional and economic burdens of home care are at their peak.
When it becomes apparent that placement is the best answer for all concerned, Santa Fe Care Center offers a comforting solution… nursing care that combines a standard of excellence with a traditional sense of caring. At Santa Fe Care Center, the pleasures of everyday life are not lost to routine. Our friendly atmosphere and clean environment are designed to encourage social interaction and a real sense of community.
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