Assistant Director of Nursing

Assistant Director of Nursing – Southbury, CT Job Description

The Assistant Director of Nursing will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Assist the Director of Nursing in the management of the nursing department to maintain quality standards of care, including consultation to medical staff, department heads, and the Administrator in matters related to nursing services.
• Provide input into the interpretation of nursing philosophy and assist in establishing departmental goals and objectives.
• Assist the Director of Nursing with regulatory compliance and ensure effective communication strategies with all levels of nursing staff to promote effective care delivery.
• Along with the Director of Nursing, promote positive employee relations, a strong customer‑service ethic, and a commitment to ongoing staff education and training; may exercise direction over the department in the absence of the Director of Nursing.
• Ensure the integrity of educational programs offered within the facility.
• Staff development.
• Identify current employees to be mentored into both personal and career advancement toward a leadership position within the corporation.

• A minimum of one year of long‑term or acute health‑care experience preferred.
• At least two years of nursing supervisory experience required.
• Travel as required for regional or corporate meetings and marketing duties.
• Currently licensed as an RN in the state of practice.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.

The Care One mission is to define excellence within the health‑care community. We are dedicated to maximizing patient outcomes. We treat residents, their families and each other with respect, dignity and compassion. Through a collaborative and consultative approach, we strive to provide a framework of strength and stability for our centers and communities. We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for residents, families and our valued employees.

• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
  • Multiple Medical Plans
    • Including Pharmacy
    • Including Teladoc
  • Multiple Dental Plans
  • Vision Plan
  • Health Savings Account (eligibility restrictions apply)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D
  • Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Plans
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Whole Life Insurance
  • Medicare Employee Assistance
• Legal Plan
• Commuter Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (available to all employees)
• Paid Time Off
  • Vacation
  • Sick Plans in accordance with state laws
• Opportunities to advance and grow your career

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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