Assistant Wellness Director

Job description

Assistant Wellness Director/Assistant Director of Nursing Position Summary: The Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing (DON) in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Nursing Services department to ensure the highest degree of quality patient care in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and American House Senior Living standards. Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements: - Two (2) years' geriatric nursing experience preferred - Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment. - Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse Specific Job Requirements: - Maintains a liaison with patients, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for patient needs - Must have expert knowledge in field of practice - Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action - Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility - Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objec...