Assistant Director of Nursing

Next Step Healthcare in Norwood is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our management team as Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON).

In this role, the ADON will assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning, organizing, developing and directing the day to day functions of the Nursing Services Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards governing long term care facilities, and as may be directed by the Administrator.

• Participate in developing, maintaining and periodically updating written nursing policies, procedures, reference materials, manual, objectives and philosophies.
• Provide general orientation, mandatory in‑services, continuing education, and other training to meet all department and facility needs and regulatory requirements.
• Determine and assess facility education needs; plan, develop, and implement training.
• Assist in developing and implementing methods for coordinating nursing services with other resident services.
• Implement plans of action to correct deficiencies.
• Ensure that all nursing services personnel are performing their respective duties.
• Participate in surveys and inspections by government agencies
• Review nurse’s notes to ensure proper documentation is maintained relating to resident’s treatment, medications and conditions.
• Report problems areas to the Director of Nursing Services and assist in developing corrective actions.

• Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing and currently licensed by the state.
• Must have good verbal and communication skills with the ability to demonstrate organizational and education skills.
• Previous experience in a hospital, long term care facility or other healthcare related facility.
• Long term care, skilled nursing experience is preferred.
• Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and medical practices and procedures and laws, regulations and guidelines governing long term care.
• Completion of CDC Infection Control online course.
• Completion of an Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
• Must have basic computer skills.

Are you looking to take the next step in your careerand be part of an organization that offers individuals the opportunity to not only learn, but grow into exciting new avenuesof nursing? Come take your next step with us!

We offer competitive compensation and benefits for our full‑time employees including:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Short‑term & Long‑term Disability
• Basic Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holiday pay

Next Step Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees.

Next Step Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity / Affi rmative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.