Assistant Director of Nursing

Job Description

Balance Life & Work with a New Career Opportunity

(LONG TERM CARE)

(SKILLED NURSE)

Now Hiring - Assistant Director of Nursing - Paramus, NJ

Salary range: $114,000 - $150,000

CareOne at The Cupola

The Assistant Director of Nursing will be responsible for, but not limited to:

Assist the DON in the management of the nursing department in to maintain quality standards of care, including consultation to medical staff, department heads, and Administrator in matters related to nursing service.
Provide input into interpretation of nursing philosophy and assists in establishing departmental goals and objectives.
Assist the Director of Nursing with regulatory compliance and ensure effective communication strategies with all levels of nursing staff to promote effective care delivery.
Along with the Director of Nursing, promote positive employee relations, strong customer service ethic and commitment to ongoing staff education and training, May exercise direction over the department in the absence of the Director of Nursing.
Ensure Integrity of educational programs offered within the facility.
Staff Development
Identify current employees to be mentored into both personal and career advancement towards leadership position within the corporation

Position Requirements

A minimum of one year of long-term or acute health care experience preferred.
At least 2 years nursing supervisory experience required.
Travel as required for regional or corporate meetings and marketing duties.
Currently licensed as RN in state of practice.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.

About Us

The CareOne mission is to define excellence within the health care community. We are dedicated to Maximizing Patient Outcomes. We treat Residents, their families and each other with respect, dignity and compassion. Through a collaborative and consultative approach, we strive to provide a framework of strength and stability for our Centers and Communities. We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for Residents, families and our valued employees.

We are proud to Offer the following benefits to Part-time (22.5+ hours/week) and Full-time Employees:

Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits

Multiple Medical Plans

Including Pharmacy
Including Teladoc

Multiple Dental Plans
Vision Plan
Health Savings Account (eligibility restrictions apply)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary Life and AD&D
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Whole Life Insurance
Medicare Employee Assistance

Legal Plan
Commuter Benefits
401k Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program (available to all employees)
Paid Time Off

Vacation
Sick Plans in accordance with state laws

Opportunities to advance and grow your career

If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team. We've built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide. We have a graciously appointed facility with strong belief in patient care and service; join us at our beautiful facility!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

EEO/AA/M/F/DV

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