The DeKalb County Rehab & Nursing Center, a 190 bed long term care facility comprised of geriatric, long, and short-term care residents, is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing.
Under the Director of Nursing, this position will assist in the administration of nursing services including: · Assisting with planning, development, implementation, evaluation and revisions of nursing policies and procedures· Developing and maintaining qualified staff to carry out resident care services· Responsibility for implementation of nursing care of all residents and assuring quality of care is rendered to all residents in compliance with all state and federal regulations applicable to a skilled long term care facility.
· Assisting with development and monitoring of nursing department goals, objectives, productivity and effectiveness Candidates for the Assistant Director of Nursing position should meet the following requirements: · Must have current state of Illinois license as a registered professional nurse.
· Formal training or 4 or more years experience in restorative and gerontological nursing; and 3 or more years experience in management or supervision.
· Knowledge of gerontological and restorative nursing skills · Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations that apply to skilled Medicare/ Medicaid certified facilities including reimbursement processes.
· Knowledge and understanding of the federal RAI Medicare processes.
· Thorough knowledge of nursing theory and practices and Nursing Practice Act.· Knowledge of labor laws, OSHA rules & regulations and current union contract.
· Requires excellent interpersonal skills, organizational and decision making abilities, flexibility and efficient time management abilities.
· Must be able to establish and maintain a working relationship with professional & non-professional personnel, residents, families and the general public.
DeKalb County Rehab & Nursing Center has been in existence since 1853.
The facility is highly regarded County-wide for its progressive quality nursing care and for its commitment to improving daily life for seniors with healthcare needs.
DeKalb County Rehab & Nursing Center, DeKalb, IL 60115
Assistant Director of Nursing Job in DeKalb 60115, Illinois US