Assistant Director Of Nursing

POSITION

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING SERVICES

EXEMPT

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Assistant Director of Nursing Services to join our team at Bay 9 Holdings LLC dba Edgemere located in Dallas, Texas. The Assistant Director of Nursing Services aids the director of nursing organizing, directing, and evaluating activities of the nursing department including standards for nursing practice and the management and development of nursing team members.

This role is responsible for demonstrating a commitment to customer service through resident focused initiatives that support the mission of the community.

This is a full-time, salaried position with a starting salary of $40.00+ per hour. In addition, Bay 9 Holdings LLC dba Edgemere offers competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits, generous PTO and holiday vacation time, and 401K.

• Assist the director of nursing with all functions of the nursing department and assumes responsibility when the director of nursing is unavailable.
• As assigned, implement, direct, monitor, and report on new techniques, nursing objectives and standards of nursing care.
• Coordinate nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the resident’s total regime of care.
• Oversee and assist in assessment, coordination, planning, monitoring, implementation, and evaluation in case management and administer direct resident care.
• Assist in developing policies, directly responsible for monitoring and enforcement of set policies.
• As assigned participate in assigned resident care programs which may include the Interdisciplinary team, Resident Care Planning Team, the Restorative Care Program, and other programs as necessary to provide optimal care.
• Foster an environment which acknowledges and supports each resident and their rights to make choices regarding their surroundings and care.
• Meeting federal and regulatory requirements ensure appropriate staffing levels and forecast team needs with fluctuation of workload.
• Assist with employment related activities to include team member safety, hiring, performance management, corrective action, team member engagement and recognition, and team member development and training.
• Implement, monitor, and report on assigned cost control.
• Participate and facilitate, as needed, resident, quality, regulatory and safety meetings specific to the department and community.
• Enforce proper infection control practices.
• Assist, as warranted, in budget preparation and forecasting.
• On-call duties for staffing and clinical needs. May need to assume the duties of CNA or CMA to ensure consistent quality care is provided.
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.

• Position requires some outside travel.
• During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty for the duration of the disaster.
• Participate in the community’s manager-on-duty program.

• Nursing diploma or associate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing. Bachelor’s or master’s degree is preferred.
• Five to seven years of nursing experienced in a long care facility preferred.
• Three years leadership experience with demonstrated progressive responsibilities preferably in a long-term care facility.
• Registered Nurse license, certifications and other licensure required by state regulations.

• Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with residents, vendors and team members.
• Possess a thorough knowledge of the federal, state and local laws, regulations, and guidelines for independent and skilled nursing community.
• Work efforts reflect a passion for exceeding resident expectations.
• Solicits resident/family feedback to understand the needs of the resident and the community. Advocates for service excellence within the center and influences others to take action.
• Displays responsibility by taking ownership of…