The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) is responsible for administrative leadership, recruitment/retention efforts and compliance of all Larned State Hospital Policies and Procedures. The RN in this position must guide and encourage employee participation in quality initiatives through application of overall knowledge of the agency and its programs. Encourage involvement and commitment to performance improvement activities; support the hospital in the pursuit of its mission. Collaborates with Program Directors and Nursing Director in the administration of services within the hospital. Serves as resource person to nursing personnel.
Special Qualifications/Education: At the time of the appointment the selected employee must possess a Kansas license/temporary permit, or be given authority to practice as a Registered Nurse by the Kansas State Board of Nursing. Requires an approved drug test approved by the Kansas Department of Administration unless the incumbent is moving from one safety-sensitive position to another safety-sensitive position within the same agency performing substantially similar duties. MANDT Certification within one month of employment and maintain certification throughout employment. CPR Certification within 60-days of employment and maintain certification throughout employment.
Preferred Education or Experience: Bachelor Degree in nursing with two (2) years of experience. Experience with supervising in clinical areas. Experience in Psychiatric Nursing.