Assistant Director of Nursing - Salt Lake City, United States - Sandstone Healthcare Group

Description

SUMMARY:
The

Assistant Director of Nursing

performs professional supervisory nursing practice in the care of the physically and mentally ill. Work involves responsibility for supervising the provision of quality nursing care given at the facility.

The position is responsible for maintaining the quality and adequacy of nursing practice; coordinating nursing programs; for recognizing and assisting in solving professional, administrative and supervisory problems.

Position exercises considerable judgment in applying professional knowledge in solving nursing problems within established policies and practices.


BENEFITS:
Health, Dental, Vision

401K Match

Paid Time Off

Growth opportunities

Great team to work with


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Determines the optimal allocation of present staff per shift and assignment on each unit is present.
• Coordinates the care of patients on assigned shift. Communicates shifts concerns by unit to appropriate staff (via e-mails, voice mail, etc.).
• Review of 24-hour report and review patients as indicated for change of condition
• Receives employee, resident, and family grievances. Refers information to the appropriate manager.
• Assists nurses in completing risk assessments and investigations of injury.
• Works with the Staffing Coordinator and Director of Nursing to ensure that vacancies are filled in advance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered Nurse with current unencumbered state licensure.
• Supervisory experience in a team leader role.
• Work experience as a professional nurse in a skilled nursing facility.
• CPR certification
• AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card

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