Assistant Director of Nursing
Rio Rancho, New Mexico
RN
Posted Sep 9 · Not open to new grads
What the listing says
Role
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- 2+ years
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About this role
Position Purpose
Assists in organizing and administering the department of nursing while providing quality nursing care and assumes responsibilities delegated by the Director of Nursing. This is a salary position.
Essential Functions of Position
- Assists in supervising the assignment and scheduling of nursing staff to meet resident needs
- Provides nursing care on shift when needed.
- Assists and cooperates with medical staff.
- Assists in solving nursing service problems.
- Assists in Implementing company forms/systems and policies and procedures.
- Assists in supervising the maintenance of records of nursing, medical and related services.
- Assists in validating the accuracy of Care Plans.
- Supports the facility policies and programs to instill a better understanding and acceptance by the staff.
- Participates in facility quality improvement program.
- Conducts in-service programs and orientation programs.
- Reviews physician orders daily and monthly, and participates in triple check process
- As requested, assists with DON responsiblities
- Supervises and evaluates implementation of the Residents Rights.
- Supervises RN’s and LVNs.
- Participates and attends periodic in-services and staff meetings.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Education /
Requirements
Two (2) years previous nursing experience required, preferably working with a geriatric long-term care population, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensed to practice nursing in state of employment.
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Requirements
- Two (2) years previous nursing experience required, preferably working with a geriatric long-term care population, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensed to practice nursing in state of employment.
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Place
- City
- Rio Rancho, New Mexico
- Median rent
- $1,514/mo
- Local household income
- $89,596/yr
- State price level
- 8% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
New Mexico index 92.2, where 100 is the national average.
Rio Rancho sits on a high mesa northwest of Albuquerque, offering sweeping views of the Sandia Mountains and a quieter suburban pace within easy commuting distance of major hospitals. New Mexico's third-largest city blends high-desert living with affordable housing options, making it popular among healthcare professionals seeking space and Southwestern scenery.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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