Assistant DON

The Assistant Director of Nursing plays a vital leadership role within our Critical Access Hospital, supporting the Directors of Nursing (DON) in overseeing the clinical and operational functions of inpatient, outpatient, and specialty services. This position ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care through effective staffing, education, and departmental collaboration. The Assistant Director of Nursing actively promotes teamwork, morale, and continuous improvement across all nursing units.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining nursing schedules to ensure adequate coverage across inpatient and outpatient areas.


• Support the DON in monitoring and managing staffing levels, productivity, and budget compliance.


• Provide clinical leadership and serve as a role model for nursing staff through professional behavior, accountability, and integrity.


• Coordinate and facilitate ongoing education, competencies, and training programs for nursing staff.


• Oversee and provide leadership to the outpatient department to ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered care.


• Promote and maintain a positive work environment that encourages staff engagement, communication, and collaboration.


• Monitor patient care practices to ensure compliance with hospital policies, state, and federal regulations.


• Assist in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and performance improvement initiatives.


• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and retention efforts for nursing staff.


• Act as a liaison between departments to enhance communication and problem-solving.


• Promote high staff morale and recognition through mentoring, coaching, and team-building activities.



• Assist DON with special projects, accreditation readiness, and other operational needs as assigned.

Benefits

PTO and Extended Sick time available

100% paid health, vision, and dental insurace coverage for employee

SD Retirement System investments with 6% match