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A Great Place to Work

Westgate is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

 

Location:  750 Union Street, Bangor, Maine, 04401

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What You'll Do:

 

As the Assistant Director of Nursing, you will work closely with the Director of Nursing to set and achieve clinical program objectives aligned with our mission. Your leadership will contribute to the enhancement of our care standards, resident well-being and the culture of our facility.

 

The Assistant Director of Nursing facilitates the implementation of the care delivery model and is responsible for the daily clinical operations of the center including compliance, coordination of care and ensuring patient and family satisfaction. In the absence of the Director of Nursing, the Assistant Director assumes all responsibilities and duties of the Director position.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee nursing operations, including staffing, training, and quality assurance
  • Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of nurses and healthcare professionals
  • Support the development and implementation of care plans and protocols
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to optimize resident care
  • Serve as operational liaison between the nursing units and the
  • Director of Nursing Ensure the delivery of exceptional care to our residents
  • Participate in quality assurance monitoring and ensure compliance to regulatory standards
  • Drive a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in nursing care

 

If you are a visionary nursing leader with a passion for transforming healthcare, consider this exceptional Assistant Director of Nursing opportunity! Drive excellence locally and across the long-term care industry in an organization where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated.

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What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Westgate team enjoys:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Comprehensive training and mentorship
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

USD $97,000.00 - USD $102,000.00 /Yr.

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What You'll Bring:

 

Qualifications of an Assistant Director of Nursing include:

  • Valid state RN nursing license
  • Advanced degree or certification preferred
  • Commitment to resident-centered care and excellence in healthcare delivery
  • Visionary mindset with a focus on innovation and quality improvement
  • Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
  • Strong clinical, leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills
  • Experience in a nursing leadership role in a Long-Term Care or similar healthcare setting preferred
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

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We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence.  Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report.  When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.

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