Nursing Director Assistant - Nursing Home jobs in Philadelphia, PA

We are a skilled nursing facility located in Willow Grove, PA, and we are searching for an Assistant Director of Nursing to join our team!

The Qualifications:

• Previous ADON experience preferred OR 2 years' unit manager/supervisory experience
• Possess a current, unencumbered Registered Nurse license in Pennsylvania., bachelor's degree preferred
• Is knowledgeable of the needs of the aging and chronically ill requiring long term care
• Possesses the ability to effectively communicate with personnel, resident, family members, visitors, government agency personnel, and the general public
• Has patience, tact, and a cheerful disposition
• Possesses strong leadership, communication, and observational skills and the ability to manage high stress situations

The Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing, staffing and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Service Department
• Resolve personnel issues and keep employees informed of current changes that affect the quality patient care provided
• Develop work assignments and schedules, and assist nursing supervisory staff
• Delegate the administrative tasks of the nursing teams assigned duties
• Supervise all admissions for eligibility/denial of Medicare skilled services
• Notify all providers of resident status of eligibility for skilled services and changes
• Ensure that written physician orders for skilled services per Medicare guidelines are obtained and coordinate therapeutic services for residents
• Make daily rounds of the nursing department to ensure that all work assignments and resident care needs are met
• Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules and report medication errors
• Provide direct nursing care as necessary

The Company:

• We are a 173-bed facility offering long term care and short term stay
• We are dedicated to providing exemplary customer service and top-quality care to its residents
• We are committed to team-oriented outcomes and quality care
• We value our employees by offering opportunities for career advancement

For immediate consideration, please call Brittany directly at (445)-900-3677

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center
• Skilled nursing facility

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Philadelphia, PA 19115: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person