Asst Director of Nursing (ADON)

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Eleanor Nursing Care Center is a 120 bed Skilled Nursing Facility in Dutchess County, is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) for our Skilled Nursing Facility. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a long term care setting, and experience in training and leading clinical staff. The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) helps the Director of Nursing with all nursing tasks. The ADON is responsible for helping with education for all staff members. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills. They will also have adept interpersonal skills and the ability to manage and empower staff at various levels Extremely competitive salary and excellent opportunity DUTIES: Assist the DON with management responsibilities and in maintaining quality of care Assist with compliance and ensure effective communication with all levels of nursing staff Meet the nursing medical needs of all residents Coordinate and direct the total planning for nursing services Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory and practice Assist with interviewing, hiring and orienting of new nursing staff Maintain flexibility with work schedule to address unpredictable needs REQUIREMENTS: Current New York RN license required Min. 2. exp. in Long-Term Care settings Interest in Geriatrics 2 years management experience preferred Excellent Communication Skills required Evidence of basic leadership skills and supervision Flexible hours required   We offer: Competitive wages and excellent vacation, holiday and sick leave packages. Health, dental and vision  Direct deposit and weekly paychecks.