Assistant Director of Nursing

Magnolia Health Systems Shelbyville, IN 46176, US

About us: Especially Kidz is a skilled pediatric nursing facility located in Shelbyville, Indiana. Especially Kidz is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing to become a part of our team where our primary goal is to provide exceptional care for our residents. At Especially Kidz, we support and empower Nurses in their role by trusting them to perform direct care to residents while also encouraging them to lead their department.

About the Role: Especially Kidz is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing to-

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, direct and manage the nursing services department.
Develop, maintain and periodically update written nursing policies, procedures, manuals, objectives and philosophies.
Implement plans of action to correct deficiencies.
Complete medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charts, etc.
Develop and maintain a quality assurance program.
Develop and implement a nursing services organization structure.
Participate in surveys and inspections by government agencies.

About you: The ideal candidate would have the following skills and experience:

Is a graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Is currently licensed by the State of Indiana as a RN or LPN.
Is experienced or trained in nursing services administration, rehabilitation or geriatric nursing.

Benefits: Especially Kidz offers -

Health Insurance through United Healthcare
Dental Insurance through HRI Dental
Vision Insurance through EyeMed
Supplemental Insurance:

Critical Illness
Accident
Disability Coverage
Hospital Indemnity

Life Insurance through Cincinnati Life:

Builds cash value
Employee-owned policy
Family coverage, including grandchildren

Paid Vacation
Attendance Bonuses
Weekend Bonuses
Holiday Pay – starts immediately with no waiting period
Tuition Assistance Programs
Student Loan Repayment Program
Career Advancement Opportunities

If you are ready to join the Especially Kidz Team, apply online today!
Especially Kidz is an equal opportunity employer and gives employment and promotional consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class as defined by local, state, or federal law.

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