Assistant Director of Nursing

Job Description:

Job Description:Are you a nurse looking to share your experience and knowledge all while transitioning into a leadership role? Look no further! River Valley Nursing & Rehab is a premier, long-term care facility, that caters to our neighbors and Scott County area seniors, providing that local at-home touch to families and friends that need our care. We are looking for a positive, up-beat, team player to round out our Nursing Administration team. If the above describes you, reach out and we'll have a conversation today! River Valley Nursing & Rehab is an equal opportunity employer who does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age.Location:River Valley Nursing & RehabPleasant Valley, IA

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director of Nursing in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Services Department.
• Participate in the development, maintenance and implementation of the facility's quality assurance program for the nursing services department.
• In the absence of the Director, serve on, participate in, and attend various committees of the facility (i.e., Infection Prevention, Policy Advisory, Quality Assurance).
• Assist the Director in preparing written and/or oral reports of the nursing service programs and activities to submit to such committee(s).
• Assist the Director in determining the staffing needs of the nursing services department.
• Develop work assignments and scheduling of hours, and/or assist nursing staff in completing and performing such tasks.
• Participate in the interviewing and selection of residents for admission to the facility.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in this state.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Benefits/Perks:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance

Location:

Pleasant Valley, IA