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San Simeon by the Sound Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation lists this Assistant Director of Nursing opportunity in stirling, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
POSITION: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
COMPENSATION: $130,000–$140,000 annually
DEPARTMENT: Nursing
REPORTS TO: Director of Nursing / Administrator
POSITION SUMMARY
San Simeon by the Sound Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Nurse to serve as Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON).
The ADON is a key member of the nursing leadership team and works closely with the Director of Nursing to oversee the delivery of high-quality nursing services throughout the facility. This position assists with clinical operations, staff supervision, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, infection prevention, resident care, and survey readiness.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist the Director of Nursing with the overall management and daily operation of the Nursing Department.
Provide leadership, direction, and clinical support to RNs, LPNs, CNAs, nursing supervisors, and other nursing personnel.
Help ensure adequate staffing and appropriate assignment of nursing personnel based on resident acuity and facility needs.
Monitor the quality and appropriateness of resident care and address identified concerns promptly.
Assist with implementation and enforcement of nursing policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
Participate in resident assessments, care planning, clinical meetings, and interdisciplinary team meetings.
Assist with investigations involving incidents, accidents, allegations, grievances, and other resident-care concerns.
Support facility compliance with New York State Department of Health, CMS, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Participate in survey preparation, survey management, plans of correction, and ongoing survey readiness.
Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives and identify opportunities to improve clinical outcomes.
Monitor documentation and ensure nursing records are accurate, timely, and compliant with applicable requirements.
Assist with staff education, competency evaluations, orientation, coaching, counseling, and performance management.
Monitor infection-control practices and reinforce appropriate clinical and safety protocols.
Assist with reducing avoidable hospitalizations, falls, pressure injuries, medication errors, and other adverse clinical outcomes.
Serve as a nursing leadership resource during emergencies and significant changes in resident condition.
Collaborate with Administration, Rehabilitation, Social Services, Dietary, Medical Providers, and other departments to promote coordinated resident care.
Assume additional nursing leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Director of Nursing when assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Current and unrestricted New York State Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license required.
Prior nursing leadership or supervisory experience required.
Skilled nursing facility, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation experience strongly preferred.
Knowledge of CMS and New York State skilled nursing regulations.
Strong clinical assessment, leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to effectively supervise staff and manage multiple clinical priorities.
Experience with electronic medical records, preferably PointClickCare or a similar system, preferred.
COMPENSATION
Annual salary range: $130,000–$140,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
San Simeon by the Sound Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a professional and inclusive workplace.
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