What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) position at Sunnyside Nursing and Post-Acute Care?
About Us
Centrally located in Torrance, California, Sunnyside Nursing and Post-Acute Care provides sub-acute nursing care, rehabilitation services, skilled nursing, and long-term care. Our compassionate staff offers individualized care plans for each resident to ensure personalized care is provided to all our patients with a goal to return home.
Our team of qualified professionals provides compassionate care by:
- Maintaining high medical integrity
- Fostering a team spirit among staff
- Creating friendly, beautiful surroundings for our residents and their visitors
We understand the importance of creating a comfortable and nurturing atmosphere, whether residents stay for short-term treatment or long-term care.
The primary purpose of the Senior Nurse Executive (SNE)/ Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) position is to assist the Chief Clinical Officer in planning organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Service Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator, the Medical Director, and/or the Chief Clinical Officer.
Key areas of responsibility include
- Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Services Department.
- Participate in developing, maintaining, and updating our written nursing services policies and procedures.
- Assist in developing and implementing a nursing services organization structure.
- Make recommendations to the clinical management team concerning the operation of the Nursing Services Department.
- Periodically review the Department’s policies and procedures and make recommendations for revisions that will improve resident care and services.
- Assist in developing systems for coordinating nursing services with other resident services to assure comprehensive resident care.
- Assist in determining the staffing needs of the nursing service department.
- Assure that all nursing services personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards.
- Participate in the development of the facility’s quality assurance program for the facility.
Requirements
Must have a current and active California RN License
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Experience working in skilled nursing (SNF)
Experience in a supervisory role (DON, ADON, RN Supervisor)Knowledge of Point Click Care (PCC)
Benefits
Why Work for Sunnyside Nursing & Post-Acute Care
- Top of the market wages: $120,000 - $140, 000
- Paid orientation and training
- Opportunities for growth
- Paid sick leave/paid holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and AFLAC
- 401K
- Loving and caring work environment
We take great pride in meeting or exceeding CDC and CMS standards. On-site experts provide teaching, coaching, and support on infection prevention practices. In addition, we maintain an abundant supply of PPE, including N95/KN95 masks, for all who provide care and services to our patients and residents. Our multiple testing capabilities, including Point-of-Care (POC) testing, are available at every location and comply with CMS and local guidance
If hired, we require that all employees be vaccinated, unless a medical or religious accommodation is needed.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity & pride ourselves on creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.
