Position Title: Assistant Director of Nursing

Salary: $82,762.58 per year

How to Apply:

Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application.



Minimum Requirements:

A Bachelors Degree in Nursing AND two (2) years of supervisory or management experience in a long-term care or health care facility OR an Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma AND four (4) years of supervisory or management experience in a long-term care or health care facility. 

MUST SHOW PROOF OF A CURRENT LICENSE TO PRACTICE AS A REGISTERED NURSE IN PENNSYLVANIA AND CURRENT CPR/BLS CERTIFICATION PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT.

It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status, and drug/medical examinations as required for the position. The pre-employment drug screen must be completed within 48 hours of the acceptance of the conditional offer of employment.


Position Summary:



Overview:


Duties:

  • Supervises and directs assigned units. Manages workflow on all shifts.
  • Participates in facility surveys and inspections as requested by the Administrator or Director.
  • Reports QA Audit results to the Director. Implements corrective actions to address results of audits as necessary.
  • Works with the Director to develop and implement correction action plans to address department deficiencies. 
  • Assists in the investigation of employee, resident, and family complaints and grievances. Recommends corrective action. Investigates resident abuse allegations and misappropriations of resident property. 
  • Ensures residents are provided with professional, kind, and respectful care. Supervises and evaluates the level of resident care. 
  • Ensures all nursing personnel are performing their duties according to the acceptable nursing standards.
  • Monitors subordinates' time and attendance. Recommends and implements disciplinary actions as needed.
  • Performs other duties as requested or required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

  • Nursing and medical practices and the laws and regulations that govern long-term care.
  • Principles and practices of leadership and supervision of employees.

Skill in:


Ability to:

  • Seek and develop process improvement initiatives.
  • Communicate effectively with residents and colleagues.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff.
  • Read and analyze financial and statistical reports.
  • Plan, direct, and evaluate the quality of care and treatment provided to residents.
  • Work with ill, disabled, and elderly people within a long-term care facility.


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Residency: Not required to live in Allegheny County
Veterans' Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
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