JOB DESCRIPTION: TITLE OF POSITION: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING
TITLE OF POSITION: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: DIRECTOR OF NURSING/ ADMINISTRATOR JOB SUMMARY: The Assistant Director of Nursing, in accordance with policies and standards established by the Board of Directors, and under the direct supervision of the Administrator, assists with the planning, coordination, leading, controlling and evaluation of home health services. The Assistant Director of Nursing has responsibility under the direction of the Director of Nursing for coordination and liaison with appropriate parent and affiliate Departments and committees development of policies and guidelines for and obtaining input from, service personnel and providing professional input to related administrative systems. He/she assists the Director in directing and supervising professional and auxiliary personnel rendering the core services, performs marketing duties and fosters public relations for the company, consults and plans with health care facilities regarding staffing needs, and communicates the concept of quality client care to the general community. The Assistant Director of Nursing interprets service needs to the Director of Nursing and the Administrator and acts as client services administrative liaison and other duties as deemed necessary. RESPONSIBILITIES 1
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Participates with the Director of Nursing, Administrator and Executive Director, the formulation of a business plan, i.e., strategic goals, resource allocation plan(s) and a yearly budget. Consults, plans and works with Director of Nursing and Administrator in policy formulation and programmatic development and implementation including assessing adequate and appropriate staffing. Coordinates with the Director of Nursing and Administrator planning activities to develop administrative policies and practices for the company. Consults with supervisors' and staff, individually or in groups, regarding patients or families, special programs or service programs. Evaluates the program, services, and field person. Directs the implementation of service goals and objectives. Develops standards that ensure safe and effective services to clients and families, Establishes job functions, qualifications and job descriptions for each service staff indirect and supervisory). Establishes and maintains effective channels of communication. ___________ Initial/Date
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JOB DESCRIPTION: TITLE OF POSITION: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING
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Keeps program, personnel up to date with state of the art clinical information and practices self-development including orientation, in-service education and continuing education. Maintains policy and procedure manual and updates procedures and job descriptions as policies and procedures change. Direct staff in performance of their duties. Oversees the implementation and evaluation of client care services inclusive of regulatory licensure and certification criteria and accreditation standards. Coordinates with other program areas and senior management as appropriate according to the organizational structure. Acts as liaison with Staff Development for program areas. Assesses appropriate staff supervision during all service hours. Collaborates in the development of an effective and efficient client care documentation system including statistical compilation and analysis relative to cost and staff service delivery. Participates in selected orientation programs. Keeps staff informed of agency developments, needs, etc., and encourages their participation in problem solving at the organization and community levels. Assists with the evaluation of community needs and plans programs and service to meet with identified needs. Submits formal written proposals to the Director of Nursing and the Administrator for all new programs or services; (with complete cost/benefit analysis). Oversees all CQI and utilization review activities. Coordinates with continuous Quality improvement Committee the timely implementation of corrective action plans and Controls. Assists in agency evaluation activities. Participates in selective conferences and workshops to promote knowledge in community health trends, efficiency in the job performance and overall professional growth. Establishes personal goals and objectives for advancement. Participates with other health, civic, education and professional groups as directed by the Director of Nursing, Administrator and Executive Director. Serves on and periodically reviews policies relevant to patient care with the Professional Advisory Committee. Promotes staff development by: a. utilizing capabilities of nursing and paraprofessional personnel in the development of Orientation and staff education programs. b. recognizing leadership potential offering opportunities for leadership training and development. c encouraging and assisting personnel to continue self improvement through formal education, educational meetings and active participation in professional and related organizations. _____________ Initial/Date
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JOB DESCRIPTION: TITLE OF POSITION: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING
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Assists in marketing the Agency and fostering community relations. Consults with physicians in matters relating to patient care services. Consults and plans with health care facilities regarding staff in needs. Evaluates own job performance and utilization of resources in planning for professional growth. Participates in state and national organizations, meetings, seminars, workshops and activities Relating to the health professions and health care services, when appropriate. Assists with interviews and hires select home health care personnel. Actively develops and pursues referral sources, as well as facilitates on-going relationships with various medical and health communities. Keeps current on local area issues and works with organizations that work to improve the health and welfare of the community, as directed by the Director of Nursing, Administrator and Executive Director. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing and the Administrator.
JOB CONDITIONS: Position is stressful in meeting deadlines. Physical activity of the job includes minimal and Occasional lifting of medical records, reports, etc. A desk job which involves sitting, standing, stooping and walking. Excessive telephone communication. traveling by car or airplanes to local or out-of-town meetings, seminars and conferences. Must be able to read 12 point or larger type. Must be able to hear and speak a manner understood by most people. Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing. Home visits may also be part of the job function. The position requires the ability to drive extensively in a geographic area. Must be able to access clients' homes which will not be routinely wheelchair accessible. Hearing, eyesight and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the client's condition and to perform and demonstrate client care. On occasion, may be required to bend, stoop, reach and move client weight up to 25 pounds; lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds. EQUIPMENT OPERATION: Utilizes CRT, calculator, 10 line telephone, copy machine, basic nursing equipment. COMPANY INFORMATION: Access to all personnel records and company financial records, which may be discussed with all management staff, including the Board of Directors.
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JOB DESCRIPTION: TITLE OF POSITION: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING
PROTECTED HEALTH INFORMATION: All the protected health information of patients needed to perform the duties of the job description. This information could be discussed with the management staff including the Board of Directors, in compliance with the information management and confidentiality policies.
ACKNOWLEDEGEMENT I have received a copy of the job description for the position I am being offered: I have read this job description (or had it read to me) and I completely understand all my job duties and responsibilities. I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. I understand that my job may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of my location or department without it being specifically included in the job description. If I have any questions about job duties not specified on this description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or a member of the HR staff. I have discussed any questions I may have had about this job description prior to signing this form. _____________________________ Supervisors Signature
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