Centers Health Care
Schenectady, New York, United States
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
Job Description
Assistant Director of Nursing Services
Schenectady Center is actively seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing Services for our Skilled Nursing Facility in Schenectady, NY! The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a long-term care setting, and experience in training and leading clinical staff. A current New York RN license is required.
DUTIES:
- Assist the DNS with management responsibilities and in maintaining the quality of care
- Responsible for Wound/Skin Rounds weekly
- Assist with compliance and ensure effective communication with all levels of nursing staff
- Meet the nursing medical needs of all residents
- 24 hour on call
- Coordinate and direct the total planning for nursing services
- Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory and practice
- Responsible for the accurate and timely completion of medical records
- Assist with interviewing, hiring and orienting of new nursing staff
- Oversee daily staffing process
- infection control
- Maintain flexibility with work schedule to address unpredictable needs
REQUIREMENTS:
- Current New York RN license required
- Min. 3 yrs. exp. in Long-Term Care settings
- 2 years of management experience preferred
- 1-year staff education experience preferred
- Excellent Communication Skills required
- Evidence of basic leadership skills and supervision
- Flexible hours required
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About Us:
Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a 240-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located near the lively, reinvigorated downtown. With a long tradition of supporting the community-and being an active part of it-Schenectady Center is one of the newest in all of New York State with modern fixtures, contemporary features, and the latest amenities throughout. Our patient-centered therapy sessions are delivered by our caring, compassionate, expert team and will ensure that your program is tailored to your specific rehabilitation needs. Schenectady Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care Consortium.