Assistant Director of Nursing ADON Long Term Care

Marvin and Betty Danto Health Care Center
West Bloomfield Township, MI
Full-time

Marvin and Betty Danto Health Care Center -

Assistant Director of Nursing job skills and qualifications

  • Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills to interact positively with staff, patients and patients’ families
  • Extensive knowledge of nursing best practices and federal, state and local healthcare laws
  • Wound Care Expertise and experience a must
  • Strong written communication skills to compile reports and write evaluations
  • Analytical skills to interpret diagnostic information and financial data
  • Coaching skills to help nurses continue to improve their performance
  • Time management and multitasking skills to complete many tasks throughout the day
  • Problem-solving skills to overcome obstacles in delivering patient care and maintaining staff coverage
  • Ability to use electronic health records, word processing, spreadsheet and email software

Assistant Director of Nursing experience requirements

Experience with hands-on patient care allows Assistant Directors of Nursing to understand the challenges that nurses face.

As a result, success in an Assistant Director of Nursing career typically requires several years of experience working as a Registered Nurse (RN).

In addition, previous supervisory experience is necessary. Most healthcare facilities prefer candidates who have served as a Nurse Supervisor for 3-5 years.

Assistant Director of Nursing education requirements

Before entering Assistant Director of Nursing careers, candidates must obtain RN licensing. This requires the completion of a state-approved associate or bachelor’s degree program in nursing and passing a written examination.

Large healthcare institutions may wish to prioritize candidates who hold a master’s degree in nursing leadership, nursing management, healthcare management or a related field.

Assistant Director of Nursing duties and responsibilities

  • Coaching nurses to improve performance and handling discipline issues
  • Responsible for wound care program
  • Holding staff meetings to discuss resident status
  • Conducting employee evaluations that identify strengths and areas of improvement
  • Making rounds to assess resident status and observe nurses
  • Taking charge in the absence of the Director of Nursing
  • Disclaimer;

This description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work for this position. It is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be periodically assigned.

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