<p>Work for Indiana</p> <p>Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.</p> <p>About the Indiana Veterans' Home:</p> <p>The Indiana Veterans' Home (IVH) is located in West Lafayette, Indiana. Originally created to care for veterans of the Civil War, the Indiana Veterans' Home welcomed?its first resident in 1896. Located on 250+ acres in West Lafayette, IVH is a full-service care facility offering a complete array of services for residents.</p> <p>The mission of the Indiana Veterans' Home is to honor Indiana's veterans and their spouses by providing the highest level of care in a therapeutic home-like environment, enhancing health and yielding optimal quality of life. To do this and meet the unique needs of these heroes and their families, we deliver compassionate and comprehensive skilled care while integrating arts and cultural programming and preserving the rich history of the Home.</p> <p>Role Overview:</p> <p>As the Assistant Director of Nursing Services (ADON), you will be responsible for providing effective clinical and administrative services for the nursing department. In this position, you will assist in the execution of IVH's vision, mission, and goals by collaborating and engaging the nursing support team and other departments.</p> <p>This position typically works 7.5-hour days Monday through Friday. This position is in the on-call rotation with the other Assistant Directors of Nursing. The on-call rotation is typically one week per month.</p> <p>Salary Statement:</p> <p>The salary for this position traditionally starts at $80,600.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.</p> <p>A Day in the Life:</p> <p>The essential functions of this role are as follows:</p> <ul> <li>Provide administrative and clinical leadership for nursing personnel. </li><li>Collaborate with leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of program goals and objectives. </li><li>Assist in overseeing the development and implementation of program specific needs and therapeutic outcomes. </li><li>Assist in responding and offering leadership during emergency situations involving patients and/or staff within the hospital. </li><li>Provide education and training on facility and nursing policy and procedures while monitoring compliance. </li><li>Identify problems and implement corrective actions to address patient care/staff issues. </li><li>Ensure routine rounds are being conducted for the safety and security of the patients/residents and staff. </li><li>Evaluate and monitor patient care and assist in creating treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical staff. </li><li>Act as a liaison with other disciplines to communicate and problem solve on patient/resident needs. </li><li>Serve on facility committees and make recommendations on nursing matters. </li><li>Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development. </li><li>Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees.? Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures. </li><li>Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position. </li></ul> <p>The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.</p> <p>What You'll Need for Success:</p> <p>You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:</p> <ul> <li>Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited college. </li><li>License to practice nursing in the State of Indiana as a Registered Nurse. </li><li>One (1) year of previous supervisory experience. </li><li>Must hold and maintain a CPR. </li><li>Must stay current with behavioral intervention training. </li><li>Proficiency in computer skills and ability to learn other programs used in maintaining electronic medical records. </li><li>Ability to mentor, train, and present to a large population. </li><li>Good interpersonal skills and effective communication skills. </li><li>Ability to understand and apply of medical and facility terminology. </li><li>Ability to use MS Office applications and electronic patient records. </li><li>Ability to serve as a patient advocate. </li><li>Knowledge of and the ability to interpret nursing and facility policies and procedures. </li><li>Additional knowledge and/or ability may be required based on the population the facility will serve such as: children, adolescents, geriatrics, etc. </li><li>Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow. </li><li>Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets. </li><li>Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. </li></ul> <p>Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:</p> <p>This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.</p> <p>Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:</p> <p>The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans</p> </li><li> <p>Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards</p> </li><li> <p>Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution</p> </li><li> <p>Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities</p> </li><li> <p>Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match</p> </li><li> <p>Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options</p> </li><li> <p>A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:</p> </li><li> <p>150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers</p> </li><li> <p>Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave</p> </li><li> <p>Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off</p> </li><li> <p>12 paid holidays, 14 on election years</p> </li><li> <p>Education Reimbursement Program</p> </li><li> <p>Group life insurance</p> </li><li> <p>Referral Bonus program</p> </li><li> <p>Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits</p> </li><li> <p>Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program</p> </li><li> <p>Free Parking for most positions</p> </li><li> <p>Free LinkedIn Learning access</p> </li></ul> <p>Equal Employment Opportunity:</p> <p>The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.</p> <p>Current Employee? Click here to apply.</p>