About this role
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) / Infection Control Nurse (LPN)
The Center at Lincoln is now hiring a dual-role Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) / Infection Control Nurse to join our team at our state-of-the-art, all-rehab skilled nursing facility!
This is a high-volume, fast-paced leadership position for a licensed professional who thrives under pressure, excels at multi-tasking, and possesses a strong clinical background in both nursing management and infection prevention.
Why Join Our Team?
- Beautiful, state-of-the-art facilities
- Care plans designed to maximize the quality of care
- An environment that encourages team involvement and fosters new ideas
- Excellent pay and generous PTO
- 401(k) matching
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with other ancillary benefits
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Director of Nursing Services (DON) in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department while concurrently developing, implementing, and maintaining the facility-wide Infection Prevention and Control Program. You will ensure that the highest degree of quality care and clinical compliance is maintained at all times in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Department Leadership: Assist the DON in overseeing daily operations of the nursing units, ensuring efficient, effective functioning and regulatory compliance.
- Staff Management: Monitor and evaluate nursing staff performance; provide consistent feedback, coaching, and professional development as needed.
- Infection Control Program: Maintain, audit, and evaluate infection control programs for all patients and employees. Serve as the primary resource on infection prevention guidelines.
- Quality Assurance: Perform regular clinical audits, oversee customer service initiatives, and implement data-driven strategies to improve unit performance, productivity, and patient satisfaction.
- Operational Strategy: Collaborate with the Administrator, Medical Director, and DON to design strategies that maximize quality of care.
- On-Call Rotation: Participate actively in the facilitys nurse management on-call rotation.
Experience & Qualifications
- Licensure: Active and unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of employment.