Assistant Director of Nursing and Infection Preventionist

Join the team at Orchard Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center as a member of our proud and caring staff. We care for our staff while we care for our residents and patients. As a member of Orchard Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, you will enjoy being part of a valued team where personal advancement and the development of skills are respected and where you will feel appreciated.

Proudly supported by Marquis Health Consulting Services

Join a company that admires, cares, appreciates and values their employees!

We offer many exciting benefits :

Generous Tuition Reimbursement (Up To $2,500 per year)

Employee Referral Bonus (Up to $1,000)

Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits

401k Matching

Employee Engagement / Culture Commitee

Shift Differentials

Sign On Bonuses

Cell Phone Plan Discounts

Company Sponsored Life Insurance

EAP Resources

Responsibilities :

Assist the DON in working with management staff, Administrator, and Consultants in planning all aspects of the nursing operation, including setting priorities and job assignments.

Monitor each unit’s activities as assigned, communicate policies, evaluate performance, provide feedback, and assist, coach, and discipline as needed

Develop and maintain positive relationships with residents, family members, staff and medical team

Conduct regular rounds to monitor delivery of nursing care, effective coordination with other support services, cleanliness and appearance of the residents, and morale of staff and to ensure residents’ needs are being met in a proactive manner

Carry out, coordinate, and manage administrative functions in areas or programs related to Nursing Services.

To join this team please have the following requirements :

Baccalaureate degree in nursing, public health, epidemiology, clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or related field.

Certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology (i.e. : CIC preferred)

Must possess valid unencumbered, RN State License. Nursing degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

Minimum three (3) years of clinical nursing experience within a hospital, nursing care center or other related healthcare setting.

Must have experience in supervision and principles, practice of teaching, etc.

Experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices strongly preferred.

Strong communication skills with the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies / personnel, and the public.

Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.

Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork and team concept.

Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.

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