ADON-Connecticut

Our Skilled Nursing facility is looking for an Assistant Director of Nursing to join our team

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Nurse Educator: Coordinate the delivery of in service programs to all shifts as needed

Provide clinical training and oversite as needed to nurses/CNAs

Develop competency trainings and post-tests for Nurse/CNAs

Develop, present, document and provide resource material for nursing staff training

Maintain a resource library and keep documented competencies for nurses/CNAs

Evaluate Nursing Policy & Procedures and provide training on same as needed

Prepare and coordinate State mandated annual trainings

Conducts orientation for nursing personnel

Coordinates with Department Heads orientation needs for new staff

Infection Control: Works with Medical Director on Antibiotic Stewardship Program Ensure AB Stewardship program is instituted and followed

Provide education on criteria used for LTC Surveillance for infections

Complete Infection Preventionist Certification program and follow protocols as directed Develop IC training programs as needed and oversee implementation of same

Collect data on infections and keep accurate and up to date tracking/surveillance records

Follow DOH regulations on monitoring and reporting infections

Track and audit IC measures to reduce infection i.e. hand hygiene, use of PPEs, proper precaution protocols etc.

Ensures IC practices adhere to local, state and federal guidelines

Wound Care: Keep detailed records of all facility wounds

Round and work closely with wound care specialist Regular assessments of wounds and proper implementation of treatment Wound care training as needed

Ensure care plans updated

Qualifications:

1 year as an ADON in a Skilled Nursing Setting

Skilled in educating and providing training

What We Offer:

Paid time of

Medical

Dental

Vision

Salary DOE

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.