Assistant Director of Nursing Job Description

An Assistant Director of Nursing (ADN) is a senior nursing manager who has been a title holder for several years.

An ADN is responsible for overseeing and managing the nursing department.

With a higher level of education, an ADN is promoted to director of nursing or director of nursing administration.

An ADN typically manages a large staff, performs administrative duties, and may have nursing responsibilities.

The ADN is responsible for hiring and training nurses and may participate in staff development.

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Job Brief

We’re looking for an Assistant Director of Nursing who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Someone who is eager to learn and grow in their career. Someone who is a team player and is able to work well with others.

Assistant Director of Nursing Duties

• Direct and coordinate the activities of the nursing department, ensuring that all personnel perform their duties in accordance with performance standards
• Adhere to budgetary guidelines, identifying, evaluating and implementing cost-saving methods
• Develop and evaluate strategies for personnel training, professional development, and facility maintenance
• Ensure that nursing personnel are available when and as needed to ensure optimum patient care
• Provide direction to nursing staff, resolving problems as they arise
• Develop policies and procedures for nursing personnel
• Recommend changes to improve quality of care
• Maintain a current working knowledge of nursing methods and procedures
• Maintain and oversee all medical records and files
• Provide input into strategic planning processes
• Enforce legal regulations, building and safety codes, and other requirements
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with other departments
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and other events
• Organize facility events
• Oversee emergency and disaster preparedness

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Assistant Director of Nursing Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the day to day operations of the nursing unit and ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and standards
• Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring unit-wide nursing policies and procedures
• Assist in analyzing and revising policies and procedures
• Oversee hiring and firing of staff
• Oversee the development and implementation of training programs
• Ensure safety of patients, staff, and facility
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with patients, families, community, and vendors
• Spend 6-8 hours daily on shift responsible for nursing unit, including supervision of staff and patient flow to ensure optimal patient care and satisfaction
• Monitor staffing levels to ensure optimum patient flow
• Enforce regulatory compliance and standards
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with physicians and other health care professionals

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Requirements And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing degree from an accredited program
• 2+ years’ experience as a registered nurse
• Registered nurse in good standing with current license to practice
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work both independently and with others

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[Company Name] is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our success and are committed to building a team that reflects our values. We encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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