Assistant Director of Nursing - DSL Clearwater at Summation Financial Services

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) is a Registered Nurse who assists the Director of Nursing in managing the overall operations of the Nursing Department. This role has a critical focus on Infection Prevention and Control, ensuring compliance with CMS F880, CDC guidelines, and state regulations. The ADON supports safe, high-quality resident care while maintaining survey readiness and infection control compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical & Regulatory Oversight

Assist the DON in overseeing daily nursing operations
Ensure compliance with CMS, CDC, OSHA, and state regulations
Participate in surveys, audits, and Plan of Correction (POC) development
Monitor clinical documentation for accuracy and regulatory compliance
Support emergency preparedness and outbreak response

Infection Prevention & Control

Assist in implementing and maintaining the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP)
Ensure compliance with CMS F880 and CDC infection control guidelines
Monitor and audit hand hygiene, PPE use, isolation precautions, and environmental sanitation
Track, trend, and report infections, including antibiotic use and resistance
Assist with infection surveillance, outbreak investigation, and mitigation
Support employee health programs, including vaccinations, exposure tracking, and post-exposure follow-up
Collaborate with the Medical Director, DON, and interdisciplinary team on infection control initiatives
Ensure proper cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of equipment and resident care areas
Educate staff on infection prevention policies and procedures
Participate in antibiotic stewardship efforts

Staff Management & Education

Assist with hiring, orientation, and ongoing training of nursing staff
Provide infection control education and competency validation
Monitor staff compliance with infection control practices
Participate in disciplinary actions related to infection control violations
Promote accountability and best practices among nursing staff

Resident Care & Quality Improvement

Ensure infection prevention is incorporated into resident care plans
Monitor residents for signs and symptoms of infection
Participate in QAPI and Quality Assurance initiatives related to infection control
Investigate infection-related incidents, falls, wounds, and hospital transfers
Address resident and family concerns related to infection prevention

Administrative & Leadership Responsibilities

Assist in developing and updating infection control policies and procedures
Ensure accurate reporting to local and state health departments as required
Serve as DON designee when needed
Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
Participate in budget planning related to infection control supplies and PPE

Qualifications

Required

Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license
Minimum 2–3 years of nursing experience, preferably in a Skilled Nursing Facility
Knowledge of infection prevention standards in long-term care
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred

Infection Preventionist training or certification (IPCP, CIC, or CDC training)
Experience managing outbreaks and survey infection citations
Familiarity with PointClickCare or similar EHR systems

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to use PPE for extended periods
Ability to respond rapidly to emergencies and outbreaks

Work Environment

Skilled nursing and long-term care setting
Exposure to infectious diseases
May require on-call, weekends, or emergency response duties

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be modified based on facility needs and regulatory requirements.

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