Local Contract Nurse RN - Long Term Care (LTC) Assistant Director of Nursing
Des Moines, IA
Leaderstat - Post Acute
5x8 hrs, Days
$52-55/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration6 weeks
- SettingLong Term Care (LTC)
Pay
Qualifications
- Minimum of 75%
- Home address
Description
Interim Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) - RN-Skilled Nursing Facility
Are you an experienced LTC RN looking for a new working environment? Would you be open to a short-term contract? If you answered “yes” to both, please read on!
We currently have an opening for an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) in a Skilled Nursing facility in Waynesville, Ohio.The ADON complements the DON in planning, developing, and supervising activities of clinical staff.
When you join the LeaderStat team as an interim ADON, you’ll be connected with a dedicated specialist before and during your assignment. They will work with you to coordinate onboarding, book and pay for travel arrangements, and assist with any questions along the way.
Job Duties
- Assists the Director of Nursing (DON) in overseeing and developing nursing and direct care staff
- Communicates with families, residents, and physicians as needed
- Participates in creating resident care plans and ensuring they are followed
- Conduct rounding as necessary
- Prepares periodic reports and audits related to resident care service
- Assists with interviewing, hiring, and training employees, as well as performance management and addressing complaints
- Performs duties of the DON in their absence
- Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations
Ideal candidates will bring:
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in state or in an eligible Nurse Compact State
- Two years of experience as a clinical supervisor or ADON in a long-term care setting
- Ability to implement new policies, procedures, and programs related to acuity of residents
- Demonstrated relationship building, including empowering others, conflict management and fostering an environment of trust
- Knowledge of safety and infection control procedures
- Enthusiasm for working with seniors
- People-oriented, adaptable communication style
- Up-to-date clinical compliance
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR via American Heart Association (AHA)
- Two-step TB test
- Physical exam within the last 12 months
Employer
Leaderstat - Post Acute
Des Moines, IA
About
Des Moines is Iowa's capital and largest city. Located on the Des Moines River in the south-central part of the state, it offers Midwestern charm and a wide range of attractions. Over 800 miles of biking trails and countless others for walking, running or hiking draw outdoor enthusiasts. Just southwest of downtown is Gray's Lake Park, with a 1.9-mile trail that circles the lake, a designated beach area for swimming and boat rentals for those wanting to take out canoes and sailboats. Des Moines is also a wonderful fishing spot for largemouth bass, catfish and crappie. Downtown Historic Court hosts the local farmers' market, one of the best in the country, with vendors from more than 50 Iowa counties selling everything from handcrafted items and flowers to fresh produce, cheeses and meats, and live entertainment while browsing.