Assistant Director Of Nursing - ADON RN

Buckner Retirement Services Community: Calder Woods
Location: Beaumont, TX - Onsite
Address: 7080 Calder Ave, Beaumont, TX 77706
Job Schedule : Full-Time



*RN Required

We are seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing to join our community committed to delivering outstanding patient outcomes to our residents, members and associates.

As an Assistant Director of Nursing, you will play an important role in assisting in coordination of nursing services, that meets or exceeds Buckner quality, service, and hospitality standards.

Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!

What you'll do:


* Ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines in all areas of nursing care.

Clarify nursing policies and procedures for staff, residents, and families.


* Ensure resident plan of care is followed and proper documentation is performed.


* Act as infection preventionist for skilled nursing/long term care.


* Assist staff in identifying resident care needs and problem areas.

Develop work assignments and/or assist nursing supervisory staff in completing and performing such tasks.


* Conduct conferences with staff and residents as needed to identify and resolve staff and resident issues.

Document all issues and actions taken.

If issues are not resolved, refer to Director of Nursing for further action.


* Evaluate nursing care rendered through such means as resident visits, quality assurance programs, chart audits, team conferences, etc.


* Assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, and directing nursing personnel in fulfilling their responsibilities for nursing service.


* Coordinate and conduct in-service programs for nursing staff regularly; attend and participate in staff meetings and training as required.


* Develop emerging leadership through professional growth and development.


* Work successfully as a part of a team and responsible for developing then maintaining strong working relationships with co-workers.


* Work with and back up the MDS coordinator on MDS schedules, transmission, and forms completion as required to ensure compliance.


* Coordinate, attend, and lead the care plan meetings.


* Complete care plans as needed.


* Maintain compliance with all Buckner policies, procedures and requirements.

Maintain compliance with state and federal laws and regulatory guidelines and requirements.

What you'll bring:


* Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, current and unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Texas;


* Two years prior related experience in a long-term care facility and/or geriatric nursing is preferred.

Must completed training and certification requirements of Buckner and the State of Texas.


* Requires Infection Preventionist Certification within 30 days of hire.


* Requires ability to comply with Patient's Rights, all regulatory requirements, and all company policies and procedures as stated now and in the fu...