Assistant Director of Nursing & Infection Prevention Specialist - Full-Time 1st Shift

Nye Health Services
US - Nebraska - Lincoln
January 15, 2025

Nye Health Services , a family-owned company that has been recognized nationally for our care, service, and culture, is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) & Infection Prevention Specialist for our Gateway Vista campus located in Lincoln, NE.
At Nye, we invest in our team members and their futures by providing industry-leading wages and career growth opportunities.
At Nye, you will be part of a team that comes in every day knowing their job will give back to them unconditionally.
Helping people feel cared for and connected in life's later years is priority number one.
We are here for them-and each other.
People live and work happy here!
We offer flexible scheduling, competitive wage scales, tuition reimbursement, and scholarship programs.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team as the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) and Infection Prevention Specialist.
This dynamic role combines leadership, education, and infection prevention expertise to ensure the highest standards of care for our residents.
The ADON supports the Director of Nursing in managing clinical operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Infection Prevention:
Develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention and control policies and practices.
Educate staff on infection prevention protocols and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Conduct surveillance and reporting of infections, ensuring timely response to outbreaks.
Clinical Education:
Oversee new employee orientation and onboarding for nursing and clinical staff.
Provide education for CNAs and nurses to address skill gaps and promote best practices.
Facilitate skills labs and ongoing training to enhance clinical competencies.
Leadership & Supervision:
Serve as a working supervisor, supporting and mentoring clinical staff, including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure personalized care plans meet residents' needs.
Participate in the nursing on-call rotation every 4th weekend.
Qualifications:
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Nebraska.
Minimum 2 years of skilled nursing experience required, long-term care setting preferred.
Previous leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of infection prevention protocols and regulatory requirements.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Passionate about mentoring staff and delivering high-quality care.
What's in it for you:
Competitive benefits package including low premiums, short-term disability, long-term disability, HSA contribution matching, 401(k) with company match, and more!
Competitive wage scales.
Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs up to $3,000 per year.
Financial wellness and freedom through access to your earned wages prior to your pay date!
A great culture where we live out our mission, "To celebrate life in environments we create by delivering exceptional service and superior value through innovative leadership in personalized care."
In 1989, Nye Health Services was founded on the philosophy that people deserve services that recognize individuality and are tailored to their unique needs.
Today, Nye Health Services remains family-owned with campuses in Fremont, Lincoln, and Norfolk, Nebraska.
Nye Health Services is blessed with dedicated and compassionate people who believe in our vision and deliver on our mission every day.
Having a great work environment while providing the best quality services so people feel cared for is of the utmost importance to us.
We give passionate people a purpose!
We're an equal opportunity employer.
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
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