Assistant Director of Nursing

Are you looking for a job that has purpose and can make a difference in the lives of others? We are looking for an Assistant Director of Nursing to be help us fulfill our mission of providing ‘Loving Care to the Glory of God.'

About Highland Oaks

• Small 52-bed long-term care, skilled nursing facility
• Family-like atmosphere among residents and staff
• 5-Star CMS rating
• 7:1 CNA ratio
• 26:1 Staff/Floor Nurse ratio
• Additional administrative nursing team includes a full-time Director of Nursing, a full-time Clinical Care Coordinator, a full-time MDS Coordinator and a part-time Infection Preventionist.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead the CNA team to ensure that our residents are receiving the highest quality of care.
• Responsible for directing and coordinating the day-to-day ADL’s and care of the residents in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Develop, coordinate and implement staff development, new employee orientation and continuing education in-services.
• Responsible for performance evaluations, handling of grievances and disciplinary action for the CNA team.
• Provide support and advocacy for residents, their families and staff.
• Assist in family relations, addressing questions and concerns regarding their resident's health and nursing care.
• Identify risk management needs and initiate root-cause analysis.
• Interview, hire, orientate and schedule CNAs.
• Serve on various committees as designated by the Director of Nursing Services or Administrator.
• Assume responsibility of the nursing department in the absence of the Director of Nursing.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or Administrator.

Minimum starting salary: $85,000

• Current RN License in Illinois
• Compassion for the geriatric population
• Strong leadership skills: hands-on, approachable, team-player
• Excellent verbal, organizational and communication skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• COVID-19 and Influenza Vaccine