Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

New Paltz Center is actively seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing Services ( ADNS / ADON) for our skilled nursing facility. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a long term care setting, and experience in training and leading clinical staff. Premium compensation & comprehensive benefits package provided. A current Registered Nurse RN License is required.

DUTIES :

Meet the nursing medical needs of all residents

Responsible for coordinating infection control

Responsible for educating the staff

Responsible for employee health records

Responsible for tracking employee certifications

Assist with compliance and ensure effective communication with all levels of nursing staff

24 hours on call

Coordinate and direct the total planning for nursing services

Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory and practice

Responsible for the accurate and timely completion of medical records

Assist with interviewing, hiring and orienting of new nursing staff

Oversee daily staffing process

Maintain flexibility with work schedule to address unpredictable needs

REQUIREMENTS :

Current New York RN license required

Min. 3 yrs. exp. in Long-Term Care settings

2 years of management experience preferred

1-year staff education experience preferred

Excellent Communication Skills required

Evidence of basic leadership skills and supervision

Flexible hours required

Certified infection control preventionist

LOCATION : New Paltz, NY

ABOUT US :

New Paltz Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a 77-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in a quiet woodsy neighborhood outside of town. Our mission at New Paltz Center is to provide the finest rehab and skilled nursing services anywhere. Excellence is our goal and good outcomes are our daily measures of progress. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all of our residents, helping each to stronger, healthier, and happier. We want all residents to leave New Paltz Center with dignity and independence. New Paltz Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care Consortium.