Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Company: Christus Health
Location: Houston
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

DescriptionThe Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) is responsible for directing and coordinating the operations of the nursing department related to quality and efficiency of patient care; visits all nursing units daily to evaluate nursing care; advise and assist charge nurses with nursing and managerial problems/issues, demonstrate professional accountability for competency and growth. -Requirements:A. Education/Skills
--- BSN required; MSN preferred
--- Communication skills - both verbal and written
--- Ability to understand medical records, physician orders and nursing care plans
--- Demonstrated experience in running a Nursing department/area
--- -Ability to communicate effectively with Sisters, Congregational Leadership, staff and other health care professionals.
--- Understanding of Catholic Health Care Directives preferred
--- -Ability to communicate in the Spanish language both verbal and written preferred.B. Experience
--- Minimum of two years previous nursing management experience preferred
--- -Knowledge of drugs and treatment modalities used in geriatric practice.C. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:
--- Current RN permits or licensure issued by the Board of Nurse Examiners in the State of Texas to practice nursing.
--- Current certification in gerontological nursing.Work Type: -Full Time

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