Interim Assistant Director of Nursing

South Shore Care Center is a Residential Health Care Facility striving to provide the highest levels of quality care through continuous improvement, and the involvement of the interdisciplinary team and the entire community. South Shore Care Center strives to respond to the rights, needs, and concerns of its residents, families, and staff by creating a caring environment in which each person is respected for his or her individuality and treated with kindness, dignity, and respect.

South Shore Care Center is looking for a Interim Assistant Director of Nursing to join our team!

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining quality of care throughout the entire facility while managing and training our nursing staff. The ideal candidate for this position has previous experience in a nursing leadership position, a strong ability to work with a team, and an in-depth knowledge of the healthcare industry.

Interim AssistantDirector of Nursing

Reporting to the Director of Nursing the Interim Assistant Director of Nursing is responsible for nursing services within our 40-resident skilled nursing facility. As a leader in the organization, it is essential that the interim Assistant Director of Nursing understand, value, and support the mission, vision, and values of the organization in providing care to our residents and staff.

Responsibilities Include for Interim AssistantDirector of Nursing:

• · Leading the nursing department, its programs, and activities in accordance with current regulations.
• · Developing strong working relationships with staff, residents, and residents' families.
• · Coaching, mentoring, and developing staff to work to the best of their abilities in providing care to our residents.
• · Supporting a strong sense of teamwork among clinical staff and with all departments in the organization while supporting resident-centered care.
• · Developing and maintaining written policies and procedures for day-to-day functions of the nursing home with a focus on resident-centered care.
• · Assessing staffing levels and working with the administrator, Director of human resources, and chief financial officer to make recommendations for any staffing changes.
• · Working closely with the Scheduling Department to ensure that each shift is appropriately staffed with licensed nurses and CNAs.

Education and Experience for Interim AssistantDirector of Nursing:

• · Current RN license in the State of Minnesota
• · Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a supervisory role in health care required; experience in a nursing home setting preferred.
• · Knowledge of Nursing and medical practices and procedures; solid understanding of Nursing home regulations.
• · Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain complex medical terminology and situations to residents and families.
• · Experience planning, organizing, developing, and evaluating programs, goals, and objectives necessary for providing quality care.
• · Willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
• · Strong leadership skills with experience leading a diverse team.
• · Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people at all levels of an organization, residents, and family members.

Benefits we offer for Interim AssistantDirector of Nursing:

• Competitive rate of pay
• Affordable health and dental insurance
• Free life insurance
• Paid time off, and extra pay for holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Growth Opportunities

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

"We believe the work that we do is a privilege. Every day we help people become healthier, feel stronger, and maintain their ability to enjoy their families, friends, and favorite activities."

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