Assistant Director of Nursing​/QA Nurse

Assistant Director of Nursing / QA Nurse (Project Management)

Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 – $5,000 for full‑time employment (1‑year commitment required).

Are you an LPN or RN with a passion for leadership and a dedication to exceptional resident care? Join our team at The Legacy Rehab & Care Center, established in 1984 as Silver Ridge Village and transformed in 2009 into The Legacy. We are committed to decades of outstanding care and life‑enhancing opportunities. The Legacy also holds an A+ rating with the BBB.

We are looking for a dependable Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work closely with our Director of Nursing. As an Assistant Director of Nursing / QA Nurse, you will ensure the highest quality of daily nursing services, support and guide our staff to maintain exceptional standards of care, and play a key role in quality improvement and compliance.

• Provide “on‑call” services to nursing staff as scheduled by the Administrator, ensuring backup whenever needed.
• Stay accessible via phone at all times during on‑call hours and be prepared to arrive at the facility within 30 minutes if required.
• Keep up‑to‑date with state and federal regulations and facility policies to ensure smooth operations.
• Perform audits and step in as necessary to maintain compliance with all regulations and policies.
• Continuously assess patient needs using the nursing process to ensure every resident receives the best care possible.
• Identify, correct, and report any health and safety concerns to create a safe environment for residents, visitors, and staff.
• Assist the Director of Nursing in creating and implementing nursing policies and procedures that enhance care and efficiency.
• Participate in the quality management program, attend all related meetings, and help develop and implement improvement plans based on quality indicators.
• Aid in recruitment, retention, and training of licensed nursing staff to ensure the team is top‑notch.
• Provide at least 12 hours of educational in‑service to the nursing department annually.
• Identify areas where licensed nursing staff can improve, providing education and disciplinary action as needed.
• Assist in developing the monthly staffing schedules for licensed nursing staff.
• Initiate and document thorough investigations into all allegations of abuse, maintaining a safe and respectful environment.
• Take part in annual inspections by the Department of Health Services.
• Collaborate with the Administrator and Director of Nursing to develop and implement plans of correction for any deficiencies found during surveys.
• Help educate department staff and implement changes according to the plan of correction.
• Step in as an RN Floor Nurse, providing direct care to residents when coverage is needed.
• Handle all delegated tasks within scope of practice and show adaptability and readiness to help.
• Absorb the responsibilities of the Director of Nursing in their absence to ensure continuity and stability in care services.

• Medical Lingo:
  Be the go‑to expert on medical terminology.
• Safety First:
  Master the safety rules, policies, procedures, and infection prevention and control protocols.
• Emergency Expert:
  Know all about facility emergency/disaster response and evacuation procedures.
• Resident Rights Advocate:
  Fully understand residents’ rights, including freedom from restraints and abuse.
• Reporting Pro:
  Be well‑versed in abuse reporting and suspicion of a crime procedures.

• Leadership Rockstar:
  Lead effectively, inspiring and guiding your team to greatness.
• Equipment Guru:
  Skillfully use and care for equipment, tools, and materials in resident care activities.
• Independent Achiever:
  Work independently to complete daily tasks with flair and efficiency.
• Communication Ace:
  Follow and communicate verbal and written instructions clearly and effectively.
• People Person:
  Build positive relationships with residents, visitors, and co‑workers, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

• Work Flexibly:
  Be ready to work more than eight (8) hours per day and/or forty (40) hours per week when needed.
• Handle Stress Like a Boss:
  Thrive under high stress for extended periods,…