Assistant Director of Nursing RN

Join the Commons on St. Anthony as a Assistant Director of Nursing!

The Commons on St. Anthony in Auburn, NY, located at 3 St. Anthony Street, Auburn, NY,  and experience our beautifully renovated facility and supportive team setting! The 297-bed facility offers opportunities in specialized nursing units, including Short-term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care in a warm and caring environment

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) at The Commons on St. Anthony oversees the day-to-day functions of the nursing department, in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines under the guidance of the Director of Nursing and facility Administrator.

The ADON ensures that residents receive the highest degree of quality care at all times.

Pay Range: $110,000 - $115,000 Annually 

Job Duties Specific to This Position:

• With the Director, coordinates nursing practices to assure the delivery of safe, effective and efficient care and services by staff.
• Directs resident care planning processes, meetings, updates and changes as necessary.
• Ensures resident care plans are developed, communicated and followed through.
• Reviews nurse’s notes and other documentation tools.
• Determines the staffing needs of the nursing services department, and develops work schedules to meet the total nursing needs of the residents.
• Acts as an integral part of and collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) with a goal of providing optimal care.
• Actively rounds on all floors daily. Oversees clinical practice managers and delegates responsibility fairly. May provide direct nursing care if necessary.
• Supports residents and families as needed.
• Oversees medication management and delivery systems.
• Collaborates with the Administrator, nursing team, and medical providers to maintain or improve existing processes and standards of practice.
• Ensures the facility complies with DOH and other applicable regulations at all times and takes corrective action when needed.
• Interprets policy and regulations for staff. Ensures understanding and compliance. Addresses non-compliance issues immediately.
• Participates in making recommended changes to the Nursing Service Procedures Manual in accordance with acceptable standards of practice. Implements and communicates updates per DOH, CMS and other regulatory agencies.
• Coordinates and ensures the successful completion of all PRI and MDS assessments within the mandated timeframes.
• Assists in directing the processes that ensure accurate and complete documentation for forms, reports, charts, assessments, evaluations, etc.
• Actively participates in and promotes the facility's quality assurance performance improvement program (QAPI) for the nursing service department. Monitors and implements quality measures and best practice standards. Serves as an active member of the QAPI Committee.
• Responsible for incident reporting and related record keeping. Assures the completion of accurate recording, investigation and tracking of all incident reports for the facility. Submits incident report information on the Department of Health website as required and provides follow-up to completion including correction plans.
• Plays an active role in the reporting of adverse outcomes for residents for the regulatory process.
• Actively participates in utilization reviews and corrective action.
• Ensures the prompt investigation and resolution of complaints from clients, families, physicians, contractors, DOH, and employees.
• With the Director, is responsible for the success of mock facility surveys (inspections) in preparation for government agency surveys.
• With the Director, provides support to DOH during annual survey or other third party audits.
• May participate in writing plans of correction for DOH surveys, if indicated, and supports an educational plan for correction within the regulatory time frame.
• Determines the staffing needs of the Nursing Department to ensure quality patient care standards and needs are met. Monitors performance standards (absenteeism, care activity, vacation schedule, etc.) to ensure that an adequate number of nursing care staff are on duty at all times.
• Monitors nursing service staff to assure that they follow the established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies.
• Ensures staff receive supervision and education in care delivery, safety, aseptic, infection control and isolation techniques based on their role.
• Ensures that all resident care rooms, treatment areas, service work areas etc. are maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary manner.
• Keeps self and staff current in best practices nursing care. Participates and encourages participation in professional associations, educational conferences, and in-services as appropriate or required.
• Compiles and presents written evaluations of the nursing program as needed.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team in developing safety and best practice standards for the Nursing Service department.
• Monitors and manages budget lines, taking remedial action as required. Oversees the scheduling of all nursing staff using resources such as agency staff prudently. Works within budgetary constraints and resources without causing unnecessary overtime. Participates in budget development.
• In the absence of the Administrator or Director of Nursing, directs the resident care policies established by the facility.

Job Duties as a Director

• As a Director, this individual has full responsibility for an organization-wide function or service.
• Recognized as the in-house expert or lead person for the function or site. Develops and executes strategy, policy and tactics for the site or function. Keeps current in his/her area of specialization, applicable regulations and in management trends.
• Demonstrates effective leadership skills of delegation, organization, and coordination in managing the daily operations of their function or site, including performance management, scheduling, orientation, and training. In partnership with Human Resources, makes or approves recommendations on employee hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, disciplinary actions, terminations, and similar actions. Resolves grievances and other personnel problems in a fair, timely and consistent manner, also in partnership with HR.
• Promotes and encourages teamwork among employees and managers, and between departments. Communicates ideas and goals clearly and is an effective listener. Ensures that information is efficiently communicated and shared throughout the function and organization. Fosters constructive feedback and effective coaching.
• Complies with appropriate internal and external standards and processes related to their function.
• Develops and utilizes performance metrics or process improvements to continually assess and improve quality and operating efficiency, as well as resident/customer service.
• Develops, recommends, monitors and manages operating budgets to optimize financial performance.
• Promotes and role models a culture of service excellence and customer service within their functional area.
• Creates, promotes and maintains collaborative relationships and partnerships with peers throughout the organization.
• Uses effective communication skills such as active listening, unbiased and nonjudgmental language, and an open communication style with all staff.
• Uses critical thinking skills and effective communication during conflict resolution, problem solving, decision-making, and other complex dialogues.
• Facilitates and promotes employee development.
• Leads or participates in meetings and task forces as requested.

Job Expectations for All Employees:

• Promotes and role models the mission, values, vision and strategic goals of Loretto in all interactions with staff, peers, residents, family members, vendors and visitors. Treats people with dignity, professionalism and kindness.
• Demonstrates excellent internal and external customer service skills such as friendly greeting, making eye contact, listening attentively, responding in a timely manner, showing respect and empathy and acting as a role model for staff and peers.
• Demonstrates excellent work attendance, reliability and work ethics.
• Attends and actively participates in required meetings and training sessions.
• Complies with established policies, procedures, and codes of conduct at all times.
• Adheres to all health and safety requirements, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Practices and teaches safety awareness. Identifies and reports or corrects any possible safety or environmental issues.
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• 8+ years’ experience in an acute care, long-term care or similar facility desired.
• 5+ years’ experience in nursing management or leadership desired.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. BS in Nursing or related field required.
• Current New York State RN license and registration in good standing.
• CPR certified.
• Current knowledge of best practice nursing standards and the care planning process.
• Proven patient assessment and clinical skills.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, guidelines and NY DOH regulations.
• Ability to manage, motivate and guide staff while carrying out the duties of an RN.
• Ability and knowledge to respond in emergency situations.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively with patients, residents, and families from diverse backgrounds who may have physical, sensory and mental impairments.
• Strategic planning capabilities.
• Proven decision-making, organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to analyze problems, plan resolution strategies, implement solutions and evaluate outcomes.
• Effective conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to be available 24/7 to handle on-call responsibilities.
• Proficient in MS Office, EMR and able to learn new software rapidly.

An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

Physical Requirements

Walking 15.00%

Sitting 60.00%

Standing 20.00%

Lifting 5.00% 25lbs

INDNS

• Pay Range: $110,000-$115,000 Annually 
• Excellent medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance
• Disability coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) Retirement/Pension Plans
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Generous Paid Time-Off Accrual
• Fun events for employees
• Convenient locations with free parking
• Employee Coaches - to help you achieve life goals
• Diaper Assistance Program
• Opportunity for career growth and movement within 19 sites!