Position: Assistant Director
About: At Bethesda, more than 1,200 employees dedicate their careers to improving the lives of others. Bethesda provides management oversight for multiple nursing neighborhoods and assists the Director of Nursing as needed. They promote a collaborative approach with physicians and other health care disciplines, set a positive example in performance, analyze problems, offer recommendations, and demonstrate initiative in problem resolution. Bethesda ensures a safe and comfortable environment through the implementation of infection prevention and control programs and leads the facility’s Infection and Prevention Control Committee. They provide education related to infection prevention and control principles, policies, and procedures to staff, residents, and families where appropriate. Bethesda serves as a liaison between the Bethesda lab and pharmacy and the Director of Nursing and staff nurses to ensure comprehensive care.
Requirements: Graduate of accredited school of nursing; Bachelor’s degree in nursing or equivalent preferred; Current RN license in the state you will be working; Completed specialized training in infection prevention and control through accredited continuing education; Three to four years of recent nursing experience during which administrative and supervisory competency has been demonstrated; One year management experience preferred; Communication, organization, and planning skills required; Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time; Ability to lift heavy objects using proper lifting techniques and with assistance when necessary; Ability to transfer and move residents who vary with ability to assist weighing 200+ lbs using proper lifting techniques and with assistance when necessary; Ability to push and pull equipment weighing in excess of 40lbs using proper techniques and with assistance when necessary; Manual dexterity, coordination, and skillful use of hands when working with residents and equipment; Ability perform necessary documentation; Visual acuity; Must be able to manage a diversity of activities
Benefits: 403b, daily pay, bonuses, career advancement opportunities, holiday pay, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, prescription insurance, life insurance
