Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) / Infection Preventionist RN / LPN - Woodland Manor Nursing and Rehab

Job Title: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) / Infection Preventionist RN/LPN
Location: Woodland Manor Skilled Nursing Facility, Elkhart, IN
Position Type: Full-Time

About Woodland Manor

Woodland Manor provides compassionate, resident-centered care in a skilled nursing setting. We strive to uphold the highest standards in healthcare, ensuring that residents receive exceptional medical and personal support. We are currently seeking dedicated professionals to join our team in the dual roles of Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) and Infection Preventionist.

Position Summary

The ADON / Infection Preventionist RN/LPN will play a critical role in our facility’s healthcare management. This position involves a combination of direct patient care, infection prevention, and nursing team leadership. The ADON / Infection Preventionist is responsible for ensuring high standards of resident care, maintaining rigorous infection control practices, and providing staff training and support. This role combines aspects of epidemiology, public health, and nurse leadership in long-term care.

Key Responsibilities

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily operations of the Nursing Services Department, reporting to the Director of Nursing (DON).
• Conduct rounds to observe resident care, assist nurses, and ensure proper documentation of treatments, medications, and resident conditions.
• Communicate with physicians regarding resident care and meet with residents as needed.
• Support the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including the implementation of RAPs and triggers.
• Mentor and supervise the nursing team, fostering a supportive, professional environment.

Infection Preventionist Responsibilities

• Implement, monitor, and enhance the facility's infection control protocols to prevent, investigate, and report disease spread.
• Provide orientation and ongoing in-service training for staff on infection control practices, coordinating sessions with both internal and external speakers.
• Maintain a master schedule of all training activities and ensure annual in-services are completed as required.
• Document and maintain records of training activities, infection cases, and investigations.

Qualifications

• RN/LPN licensure: Current, valid license to practice in Indiana.
• ADON Experience: Minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience in nurse leadership within a long-term care setting, ideally as an ADON or DON.
• Infection Control Experience: Background in infection prevention/control or experience in a related role is preferred.
• Resident-Centric Approach: Compassion for and experience with geriatric populations.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; additional certifications in infection prevention/control are a plus.

Skills and Abilities

• Leadership: Strong supervisory and mentorship skills to manage and support the nursing team effectively.
• Attention to Detail: High standards for documenting and observing resident care and infection control measures.
• Communication: Strong communication skills for resident interactions, team leadership, and inter-departmental coordination.
• Physical Ability: Ability to perform physical tasks as required by nursing duties, including patient transfers and assisting with mobility.

Why Woodland Manor?
Join our team and enjoy a supportive environment where you can develop your nursing skills while making a meaningful impact on residents' lives. We offer competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative atmosphere committed to quality care.

Employee Benefits

Woodland Manor strives to provide a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including:

• Medical and Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision Care
• Telemedicine Program for convenient access to healthcare providers
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) Savings Plan to help you plan for retirement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
• Paid Time-Off (PTO), including vacation, personal, sick, and state sick leave

Benefits, along with any bonus and variable compensation plans, are based on applicable state law and factors such as employment status (full-time, part-time, or casual), job grade, location, and length of service.

Apply Today to Join a Team Dedicated to Excellence in Skilled Nursing Care!

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