Assistant Director of Nursing

We're seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing to assist with ensuring efficient functioning of nursing department and assumes administrative nursing duties in the absence of the Director of Nursing.

This position is full-time, salaried, based out of The Mather in Tysons Corner. Weekend and holiday availability as needed required.

• Follows policies and practices ensure consistency with current standards promulgated by and appropriate local, state, and federal regulatory bodies.
• Identifies and reports deviations from safe practice/risk management issues.
• Is competent in acting in emergency situations based on Safety Manual, Internal and External Emergency Preparedness and other policies.
• Complies with Mather Code of Conduct, Policies, Compliance Programs, and all applicable laws and regulations in performance of one’s job duties; reports all known and suspected violations to his/her supervisor or manager, Mather Compliance Officer, a Human Resources representative, or the confidential employee helpline.
• Identifies care center issues, proposes possible solutions and successfully adapts to changes as part of QA/PI process.
• Applies the concepts of the Mather Wellness Model and the 3 A’s in the care of residents, Achievement, Autonomy, and Affiliation.
• Documents care per documentation policy and standards.
• Assists in licensing and survey preparedness and processes.
• Attends/participates in care center meetings, in-services and committee meetings.
• Supports safety and risk management for nursing operations and staff, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures with respect to resident and employee safety, risk management, residents rights and privacy.
• To serve as a contact for nursing staff, residents and resident representatives to assist with concerns and questions about operations.
• Uses a customer
  -focused approach to problem solving, goal setting and management philosophy.
• Maintains a courteous and professional manner through interactions with others.
• Communicates with residents and families in a timely manner.
• Uses discretion in handling confidential information, incorporating all Federal, State and local privacy and confidentiality requirements.
• Interactions with employees, residents, resident representatives, and guests will reflect Mather’s commitment to inclusivity.
• Provides input for all relevant human resource functions including but not limited to: hiring, retention, disciplinary actions, and performance evaluations.
• Responsible for protecting and advocating for resident rights.
• Participates in sales and promotion of the community.
• Incorporates fiscal responsibility through the provision of efficient, safe and cost-effective practices in the delivery of care.
• Responsible for covering shifts as a staff nurse, when required.
• Participates in orientation of new employees.
• Increases personal growth and development through formal and informal education programs.
• Facilitates teamwork between functional departments to promote effective operations.
• Participates in employee wellness opportunities; supports team member participation in events.
• Making daily visits to determine resident physical, mental, and emotional status and implementing any required nursing intervention;
• Reviewing medication records for completeness, accuracy in the transcription of physician orders, and adherence to stop-order policies;
• Reviewing resident plans of care for appropriate goals and approaches, and making revisions based on individual needs; participate in care plan meetings;
• Assigning to the nursing staff responsibility for nursing care;
• Supervising and evaluating performance of nursing personnel on the unit; and
• Keeping the director of nursing services informed of the status of residents and other related matters.

Required:

• Current VA RN License
• Experience in nursing leadership
• CPR/AED Certification

Mather offers a competitive benefits package.*

• A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
• A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and…