What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Nursing/Infection Prevention (IPADON) position at Four Seasons Rehabilitation & Care?
We are a skilled nursing, long-term care, and rehabilitation facility located in the beautiful community of Durant, Oklahoma. We provide rehabilitation services and around the clock skilled care in a comfortable and friendly environment.
At Four Seasons Rehabilitation & Care , our guiding principle is to provide outstanding and innovative skilled healthcare in an environment that remembers the importance of the individual and family. Our staff of dedicated professionals embodies the values that we cherish most – a nurturing spirit and a commitment to quality.
Our facility is actively seeking compassionate LPN/RN Assistant Director of Nursing/Infection Control team member. You will work under the supervision of The Director of Nursing. LPN/RN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it. The IP/ADON will assist Director of Nursing with staffing coordination, scheduling and clinical reporting for quality measures. Rotating call required.
The IP/ADON is responsible for the implementation and review of the facility’s infection prevention program. The IP/ADON ensures that existing standards and guidelines of applicable professional organizations and regulatory and governmental agencies are incorporated into the program. The IP/ADON reviews relevant public health issues to integrate into practice, serves as a consultant and resource person regarding infection prevention issues for all facility personnel, collaborates with other healthcare professionals within and outside of the facility, and implements infection prevention education programs. The IP/ADON systematically collects and analyzes healthcare-associated infection data using epidemiological principles and statistical methods to identify trends and risk factors. Additionally, it is often the responsibility of the IP to perform the reporting of HAI and quality data for the various facility, county, state, and federal reporting requirements. The IP incorporates the principles of fiscal responsibility into practice and promotes the standards of advanced professional practice.
Responsibilities:
Record a resident’s medical history accurately
Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
Observe residents under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
Monitor residents’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts
Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
Communicate with residents’ family or friends
Preform COVID testing to all staff members weekly
Skills:
Proven experience as LPN/RN or similar role
Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
Familiarity with state health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
Excellent knowledge of medical
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Compassionate
Successful completion of LPN/RN license program is a must
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Signing bonus
Ability to Relocate:
- Durant, OK 74701: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $27