Assistant Nursing Director - Smyrna, United States - State of Delaware

State of Delaware
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Smyrna, United States

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Make a Difference with DHSS


Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.

We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.


We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today.

DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.


Summary Statement:

This position will assist the Director of Nursing in providing support for nursing that meets requirements of Licensing Board of Nursing.

Act as the agent for the Director of Nursing in their absence. Will also work closely with Human Resources and Labor relations in addressing employee matters. Reviews incident reports in a timely manner and alerts the Director of Nursing if an issue arises. Works closely with union representatives and participates in negotiations as needed.


Essential Functions:

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of every job duty for any one position in the class.

Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.


  • Provides or evaluates direct nursing care.
  • Develops, implements and/or reviews nursing care plans.
  • Provides health care instruction and guidance to individuals, families, community groups and/or nursing home facilities in the management of their health care needs.
  • Maintains an effective working relationship with other members of the treatment team.
  • Prepares and submits records, reports, evaluations and forms.
  • Participates in and make recommendations regarding quality assurance activities.

Job Requirements:


JOB REQUIREMENTS for Assistant Nursing Director:
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:


Long Term Care:


  • Possession of a Delaware Registered Nurse license OR multistate compact license.
  • At least three years experience as a Registered Nurse in Long Term Care Nursing OR a Bachelors degree or higher in Nursing and at least two years experience as a Registered Nurse in Long Term Care Nursing OR a Masters degree or higher in Nursing and at least one year experience as a Registered Nurse in Long Term Care Nursing.
  • Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.
  • Knowledge of developing policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of budget development which includes analyzing financial data and making long and short range plans and projections

Additional Posting Information:


This posting may be closed on or before 11/14/2024 upon filling the vacant position(s).

Conditions of Hire:

Pre-employment

Drug Testing:
Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Criminal background check:
A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.

The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources.

DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.


Upon a conditional offer, the applicant must undergo a pre-employment base line two step tuberculin skin test (TST) as part of the hiring process.


Benefits:


Selection Process:


Accommodations:

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce.

We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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