*NEW!* Assistant Director of Health Services (RN), Minneapolis
The Assistant
Director of Health Services Nurse is responsible for
ensuring that the safety and health needs of the senior assisted living, memory
care and enhanced care suite patients are met while providing staff leadership
duties
Posted 09-30-26
Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)
- Minneapolis,
Minnesota
- Nurse
(RN/LPN)
- $104,208.00-
$147,118.40 / Annual *based on full time (80 hours/ppd or 1.0 FTE)
Ebenezer is an established organization with over 100
years of excellent service and an outstanding rate of growth. When you come to
work at an Ebenezer community, we strive to support your growth, honor your
strengths and empower you to make a difference in the lives of others.
Job Overview
Ebenezer is hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) our Skilled
Nursing TCU/LTC units at Jones Harrison in Minneapolis, MN . This RN position
would be responsible for continuity of nursing care by delegating, directing,
and monitoring nursing care delivered. Demonstrates management skills through
effective problem solving and decision-making, assuring compliance with State
and Federal regulations as well as Ebenezer Quality standards. Expert knowledge
of Infection prevention information that is shared, audited and sustained at
the Ebenezer facilities. Data collection is continuously applied to improving
best practice and quality care delivered to residents. Reports to DON.
Assistant DON Nurse schedule:
- 80
hours per two weeks, Day shifts
- Rotating
weekends
- Full
Benefits; including RN student loan repayment
Celebrating 135 years of service, Jones-Harrison
Senior Living is conveniently located close to the metro bus
stops off Cedar Lake Ave./Drew Ave. S. and Cedar Lake Ave./France Ave. S. in
Minneapolis. The Jones-Harrison community offers Assisted Living, Memory Care,
Skilled Nursing and Long-Term Care with a beautiful view of Cedar Lake and
pristine grounds. Dedicated employees share in our mission to help our
seniors heal, discover, and educate for longer, healthier, more meaningful
lives.
Responsibilities
- This
role leads, supervises, and delegates nursing functions on assigned units
to ensure care is delivered in accordance with each resident’s
individualized plan of care. The position ensures staff compliance with
state and federal regulations, nursing standards of practice, infection
control protocols, and quality assurance standards. Responsibilities
include monitoring continuity of care through accurate shift reporting,
observing and auditing nursing care and documentation, overseeing mealtime
support and diet accuracy, and ensuring medications and treatments are
administered according to physician orders and organizational policies.
- The
role also includes evaluating staff performance, conducting reviews and
surveys, coordinating team meetings, and providing leadership during
emergencies. Additional duties involve assisting with investigations and
follow-up related to incidents, medication errors, and vulnerable adult
reports; monitoring care delivery throughout the facility; maintaining
accurate care plans; participating in interdisciplinary team meetings;
communicating changes in care to families and physicians; and serving as a
positive role model while keeping leadership informed of concerns and
opportunities for improvement.
- Manage
and oversee the facility’s infection control program to ensure accurate
tracking, reporting, and compliance. Maintains and monitors resident and
employee infection data within the PCC system, including infections,
illnesses, and immunizations, while collaborating with interdisciplinary
teams to ensure data integrity. Partners with the Director of Nursing and
Staff Education Nurse to implement Ebenezer policies, procedures, and
ongoing education related to infection control and antibiotic stewardship.
- Supports
the implementation of infection control systems and processes, conducts
audits and data collection, and leads routine infection control rounds to
identify deficiencies and corrective actions, reporting findings to the
QAPI committee. Ensures timely reporting of infections and required data
to regulatory agencies, including MDH and NHSN, and participates in
committees such as Legionella/Water management.
- Ensures
high-quality, safe nursing care by actively participating in meetings,
audits, and quality initiatives. Leads and facilitates QAPI efforts,
quality improvement projects, and discussions that impact performance
metrics such as the 5-star rating. Regularly reviews CASPER/QM reports and
readmission cases to identify and drive improvement opportunities, while
supporting the implementation of systems and processes that enhance care
outcomes.
- Responsible
for preventing and controlling the spread of infection by identifying
trends, monitoring for outbreaks, and implementing appropriate care plan
interventions. Establishes facility-wide precautions to prevent
cross-contamination and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to
promote adherence to infection control practices. Provides ongoing staff
education and initiates immediate interventions when concerns or patterns
are identified to ensure resident and staff safety.
- Leads
and maintains the facility’s Antibiotic Stewardship Program to ensure
appropriate antibiotic use and compliance with best practices. Coordinates
and directs routine Antibiotic Stewardship meetings, reviews “Timeout”
documentation for completeness and appropriate follow-up interventions and
provides ongoing education to facility staff and medical providers to
promote responsible prescribing and optimal resident outcomes.
- Represents
Nursing Administration by interpreting and communicating Ebenezer policies
and procedures to staff, residents, and visitors. Supports the Director of
Nursing in planning and implementing departmental meetings, systems, and
processes, and fills in for the absence of Director of Nursing, Staff
Education and Unit Managers as needed. Serves as an emergency contact and
operational lead, participating in management meetings, staffing
coordination, hiring, and disciplinary processes in collaboration with the
Director of Nursing and Human Resources.
- Promotes
effective communication, professionalism, and compliance, including
mandated reporting requirements and scope-of-practice standards.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, including Social Services, to
support admissions and resident needs, and conducts tours for prospective
residents and families. Demonstrates adaptability in managing unexpected
situations and participates in designated weekend rotations to ensure
continuity of care and operations.
Required Qualifications
- Associate
of Science Registered Nurse
- One
to Three Years - Long Term Care
- Required
to work on-call as needed
- This
position assumes 24-hour responsibility as directed
- Requires
knowledge of and sensitivity to the needs of the geriatric population
- MN
Registered Nurse (RN) License
- Basic
Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross)
- AHA:
BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program or BLS Provider - BLS
Instructor. American Red Cross: CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and/or
Healthcare Providers, Life Guarding First Aid/CPR/AED
- Specialized
Infection Prevention and Control Program Training on-line from the CDC
(required within 30 days of hire) within 30 Days
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor
of Science Nursing Registered Nurse
- Three
to Five Years - Long Term Care
- Basic
Computer Skills
- Supervisory
Skills
Benefit Overview
Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to
medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term
disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time,tuition reimbursement,
retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for
additional information: http://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits
Compensation Disclaimer
The posted pay range is for a 40-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). The actual rate of
pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE,
skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions.
Additionally, our organization values pay equity and considers the internal
equity of our team when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is
not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program
that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without
regard to any lawfully protected status
