Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Overview

NaphCare is hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our team of medical professionals in Goodyear, Arizona where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Perryville - Arizona Department of Corrections.

Please note that this is a night shift position with hours from 6:00 PM to 4:00 AM.

Pay rates range from $45.00 to $49.00 per hour based on shift, site needs, hire status, and experience.

As an Assistant Director of Nursing, you will work with the Director of Nursing, correctional staff and other medical professionals to provide quality care to the individuals in residence, while managing the nursing team and ensuring all work is performed in compliance to standards and adherence to regulations.

Responsibilities

Job Duties / Responsibilities

The Assistant Director of Nursing supervises staff and ensures policies and procedures are being followed in our continued mission to provide quality care that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to:

Collaborating with medical, mental health and correctional staff to enhance quality patient care while maintaining a safe and secure work environment
Assist DON in managing nursing staff, monitoring staffing needs, hiring and training of new staff and conducting performance evaluations
Effectively communicate with healthcare staff and correctional staff to coordinate patient care with providers outside of the facility
Monitoring compliance with site-specific and company policies and procedures, taking appropriate corrective action, and ensuring compliance with ACA, NCCHC standards
Creating and managing staffing schedules to ensure adequate nursing coverage for all shifts
Ensuring all heath care related equipment and supplies, including pharmaceuticals and over the counter medications, are appropriately stocked and available at all times
Maintaining current and accurate patient records and documentation
Developing staff, conducting in-service training for new and current staff
Conducting daily clinical rounds to all designated areas of responsibility to observe and review documentation, orders, and patient care plans, and ensuring objectives are understood and practiced by the nursing staff
Assisting in daily triage/sick call, minor medical/surgical procedures, and patient assessments
Participating in all monthly, quarterly, and annual meetings as assigned and required in accordance with contract compliance
Mitigating risks by proactively addressing potential hazards, including dangerous work conditions, health and safety concerns and reporting issues to company leadership and facility management.

Qualifications

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in STATE
Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)

Two years of clinical and progressive management experience providing comprehensive medical, dental, and mental healthcare services within a correctional healthcare or acute care setting
Ability to manage complex staffing matrices and clinical supplies
Excellent communication skills with proven experience managing and training medical staff
Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services

Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
Lowest Cost Benefits!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
Tuition Assistance
Referral bonuses
Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
Generous paid time off & paid holidays
Free continuing education and CMEs

Want a better idea of what it’s like to work in a jail? See what our RNs do:

NaphCare - Life as an RN - YouTube

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, apply directly to the position to initiate the application process, and I’ll be in touch.

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