Assistant Director of Nursing

Overview

Position Title: Assistant Director of Nursing Position is in Onsite in Jacksonville, FL. - All candidates must be local to market. - 1 full-time position available Address: - 1855 Cassat Ave Jacksonville, FL 32210 Comp Range: - $47/hr - Paid Hourly (full time role) Skills Required: - Must display leadership qualities - Candidate must be passionate about working with children License/Certification Required: - BLS - Registered Nurse Interview Process: - 1-2 week process - Onsite Interview (1hr – 3 Hiring Managers) - Hire! Actively looking for an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to bolster our Medical Daycare team, aiding in the delivery of essential nursing services to children with special needs. The ADON will support the Director of Nursing (DON) in complying with PPEC regulations, enacting service policies and procedures, assisting in the management of nursing staff, and coordinating patient care services. The role will be hands-on with daily patient care and, if requested, may assist in developing and implementing patient care plans in collaboration with physicians. The ADON will also contribute to educational initiatives for patients, families, and staff, and assist in conducting ongoing quality assurance programs. We cater to children ages 0-21 who require a nursing intervention due to physical needs. This is a rewarding role that allows for a direct impact on the lives of children who need special care. Currently, our hours of operation are 6 AM -6 PM, Monday -Friday, with potential Saturday openings as need arises. Join our team and make a difference today! ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Assisting in the development and implementation of care plans in conjunction with the care team. - Delivering nursing services according to physician orders. - Assisting with the teaching, supervision, and counseling of patients, family members, and staff to foster confidence and competence in caring for children with special needs. Supporting effective relationships within the family dynamic. - Assisting the DON in supervising and training other nursing services personnel. - Assisting in implementing Quality Assurance (QA) activities to ensure care is delivered appropriately, and complies with company policies, state, and federal regulations. - Assisting the DON in maintaining clinical records and personal files in compliance with company policies, state, and federal requirements. - Collaborating with the DON and Marketing team to improve and maintain census within the center. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: - Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university; - Or three to five years of related experience and/or training. - Minimum of two (2) years general pediatric nursing experience of which at least six (6) months must have been spent caring for medically fragile infants or children in a pediatric intensive care, neonatal intensive care, PPEC or similar care setting during the previous five (5) years. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: - Current Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license is required. - BLS Certification is required. MUST HAVE QUALITIES: - Knowledge of home healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures. - Strong leadership and managerial skills. - Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff and stakeholders. - Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• ANY of the following valid licenses/certifications:
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) in Florida (FL)
  • Registered Nurse (RN) in Florida (FL)
• Pediatric Care (2+ years)

• My name is Garrett Hinkey. Describe your experience caring for medically fragile infants or children, working in a neonatal intensive care unit, or working in a prescribed pediatric extensive care setting. Please detail experience that possess relating to caring for children in a clinical setting.

Company

Our client is an individual and family services company that is the largest provider of PPEC Medical Daycare in the state of Florida. They also provide Homecare Services to both Pediatrics and Geriatrics in the Miami-Dade and Broward areas. Each day they provide critical services to hundreds of children and families who rely on us for care.