Assistant Director of Nursing (Pediatrics)

Overview
Pediatric Specialty Care (PSC) at Philadelphia has an immediate opening for an Assistant Director of Nursing (RN).
This position is ideal for a Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) leader looking to embrace a larger, complex facility while providing high quality clinical direction for the pediatric population.
The Assistant Director of Nursing will serve as the facility educator, quality assurance lead and clinical leader. The Assistant Director of Nursing will organize, develop, coordinate and direct the clinical education. The Assistant Director of Nursing will also support the Director of Nursing (DON) in the oversight of the day-to-day clinical care and the quality assurance program.
PSC Benefits to Explore:

• Full Suite of Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• 401K with Employer Matching
• PTO & Holiday Pay
• Next Generation Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Thinking about Continuing your Education? Tuition Reimbursement Programs provide opportunities to explore BSN and MSN degrees.

Pediatric Specialty Care (PSC) Overview:

• At Pediatric Specialty Care, we are dedicated to providing the best possible long term, short term and transitional care available for technology-dependent and medically fragile infants, children and young adults. Pediatric Specialty Care is dedicated to meeting the unique needs of medically complex and technology dependent individuals ranging from birth to 21 years of age. Our goal is to enable children with special needs to realize their fullest potential in a nurturing and supportive environment. It is evident to our residents and their families that whether we are helping to transition a child back to their family's home or celebrating a resident's small, yet miraculous achievement, we are deeply committed to their physical, psychological and spiritual well-being every step of the way.

Pediatric Specialty Care in Philadelphia, PA is located at: 3301 Scotts Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19129. Apply to this RN Leadership position today!
Base wages increase with experience!
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Employee Perks!
401K Retirement Plan with Company Match, Close to thruway entrances/exits, Conveniently located on a bus route, Enjoy a fun and diverse work environment, Enjoy being a part of a strong and diverse team, Friendly and supportive staff, Generous PTO & holiday package, Increased Wages, Life Insurance, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Point-earning employee reward program: redeem for prizes!, Truly make a difference in our residents' lives while providing top notch care
Responsibilities
Assistant Director of Nursing Responsibilities:
The Assistant Director of Nursing will be the liaison between the Director Of Nursing and Nursing Supervisor and at any time may be required to take on the role of either position.
Assistant Director of Nursing Day-to-Day tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Clinical leader supporting the Director of Nursing daily oversight of clinical care
• Monitor staff clinical skills and hold staff accountable to given rules & regulations of the facility
• Communicate consistently with Director of Nursing to discuss current issues, recommendations for improvement and updates on ongoing issues
• Assist Director of Nursing with regular staff meetings
• Supervise/ assess staff competencies and give real time feedback to employees
• Provide staff education, facilitate continuing education and yearly educational requirements
• Execute and analyze nursing audits and make recommendations for improvement
• Verify that staff are following individual plans of care and ISP's for each resident
• Complete risk assessments and investigate any unusual occurrences or clinical incidents
• Prepare schedules for the facility
• Work in collaboration with HR in the recruitment of new staff
• Monitor new employee (s) education throughout their 90 day evaluation period
• Address any complaints made by family members or members of the care team
• Responsible for notification to DHS if child abuse suspected in accordance with Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) policies when Director of Nursing not available
• Remain knowledgeable of PA code chapters 3800 and 6400 regulating group homes and residential facilities

Base wages increase with experience!
From
USD $75,000.00/Yr.
Qualifications
Qualifications for the Assistant Director of Nursing position:

• Registered nurse (RN) with a valid PA nursing license, BSN required
• Proven work experience as a nursing leader and educator
• Minimum of three years ' nursing experience, pediatrics preferred
• BLS required, PALS or ENPC preferred
• Experience with performance improvement, infection control and regulatory processes
• Knowledge of chronic or acutely ill pediatric patient population and their cognitive and developmental needs
• Team management skills
• Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
• Well-developed verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Recognized as a mature leader with the ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations

Pediatric Specialty Care expects all current and new employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination. Employees may request a medical or religious exemption from vaccination.
EOE Statement
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.