Assistant Director of Nursing - Briarwood Health Center

Position Title: Assistant Director of Nursing

Department: Briarwood Health Center

Schedule: Full time 

Salary: $110k-$121K

Who we are:

Nestled at the base of Cougar Mountain is a senior living community in Issaquah, Washington unlike any other in the East Seattle area: Timber Ridge at Talus. When our community of well-traveled, outdoor-loving seniors aren’t visiting other parts of the world, you’ll find them socializing over dinner, hiking a nearby trail or just enjoying the spectacular views. As the area’s first Silver LEED-certified Life Plan Community, our campus and natural setting reflect our residents’ love of the Pacific Northwest. You won't find our unique combination of an all-inclusive lifestyle, superior hospitality, and beautiful location anywhere else. We are currently looking for an Assistant Director of Nursing to work in our Briarwood Health Center, a facility rated 5-stars by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services over 10 years in a row.

You will enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Now Offering DailyPay!
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account
• Employee assistance program
• PTO and eight paid holidays
• Pet insurance and employee discounts (including wireless plan and retail discounts)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free Lyft rides if needed, to and from the Issaquah Transit Center.
• Free Underground parking
• Free meals
• Your personal and professional growth is important to us, so we provide continual professional training and career advancement opportunities.
• You will enjoy being part of a great team in a fun, engaging work environment!

Who you are:

• RN currently licensed in the State, looking for an upwardly-mobile position.
• Current CPR certification. 
• Geriatric/rehabilitation and Supervisory experience with a good understanding of restorative nursing.

General Summary:

The Assistant Director of Nursing is responsible for the overall management and operation of the assisted living wing (14 beds) and memory care wing (12 beds) in cooperation with the Director of Nursing and the Associate Executive Director.  This role includes overseeing resident care, managing staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and creating a safe and supportive environment for residents.  The ADON will work closely with residents, families, and staff to consistently meet high standards of care to improve their quality of life.

Essential Job Duties:

• Supervises direct nursing care for the entire Health Center
• Administers direct nursing care when more than routine care is indicated.
• Makes routine rounds to ensure proper care and a safe, clean resident environment.
• Assures accuracy and completeness of medical records.
• Assists with admission of new residents.  Does pre-admission screenings.
• Coordinates, conducts, and documents the MDS resident care plans and conference in the absence of the MDS Coordinator.
• Supervises all personnel in the Health Center.  Participates in staffing, scheduling, counseling, orientation, and evaluation of all staff.
• Assists with orientation of all staff in the Health Center.
• Participates in family/resident counseling.
• Responds to emergency calls as necessary.
• Functions in the capacity of DON in their absence.
• Assures effective communication with other shifts and departments as it relates to resident care.

• Some "on call" is required

Other Duties:

• Assures timeliness of physician visits.
• Accompany physicians when making rounds.
• Notifies physicians and family of changes in residents' condition.
• Encourages rehabilitative techniques to restore residents' independence.
• Assures proper functioning of medical equipment and adequate medical supplies.
• Assists the DON in developing and implementing policies and procedures.
• Assists in infection control, safety and pharmacy rounds and audits.
• Attends in-service training and education sessions, as assigned.

• Performs specific work duties and responsibilities assigned by supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, squatting; must be able to stand/walk for up to 70% of the workday; must be able to lift, transfer, turn and position residents weighing up to 125 lbs. unassisted, or with the assistance of one for a resident weight over 125 lbs. May be subjected to offensive odors and combative behavior. Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. frequently, and 50lbs. occasionally. May be exposed to communicable diseases including the HIV and HBV viruses. Must be able to work paying close attention to detail with frequent interruptions.