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Associate Director of Nursing Job Description

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Job Title: Associate Director of Nursing Reports to: Director of Applied Services

Classification: Exempt

Employee: _________________________________

Functions:

The Associate Director of Nursing plays a crucial role in the leadership and management of our nursing

team at Sparc. Reporting directly to the Director of Applied Services, the Associate Director will oversee

the delivery of high-quality nursing care, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote a culture of

excellence and compassion.

Universal Competencies:

Universal competencies are competency requirements that apply to all Sparc positions (Exempt & Non-

Exempt, Part-time, Full-time, PRN, Supervisory and Non-Supervisory). Universal Competencies support our

mission and are consistent with Sparcs core values; they are:

Collaboration/Positive Impact: Ability to work with a variety of individuals and teams in a constructive

and civil manner, utilizing existing resources, training, and learning to achieve or exceed desired

outcomes while integrating Sparcs core values to

TEACH, COACH, and MENTOR.

Proficiency Levels & Typical Behaviors: Extensive

Ensures time, resources, energy, learning opportunities, and actions are focused on priorities

important to the changing workplace.

Identifies and resolves disagreements/conflicts in early stages.

Promotes a safe, fair, respectful environment in which concerns can be addressed effectively.

Recommends changes to work practices and policies to achieve desired outcomes.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive

and respectful manner while appreciating the unique contribution of an inclusive workforce that brings

together the talents of people across multiple identities.

Proficiency Levels & Typical Behaviors: Extensive

Promotes a respectful, diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment in which concerns are

addressed effectively.

Can identify policies and practices that have a disparate impact on specific populations.

Recommends policies and practices to advance an equitable, inclusive work environment and

counter racism, sexism, and other forms of systemic bias.

Forms respectful relationships with individuals and organizations representing diverse

constituencies and seeks regular input to better understand diversity, equity, and inclusion

issues and enhance recruitment efforts.

Engages in ongoing self-reflection and continues to advance ones own personal knowledge and

skills related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Service Excellence/Customer Focus: Ability to meet or exceed service needs and expectations of persons

served and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Ability to effectively transmit and

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Associate Director of Nursing Job Description

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interpret information through appropriate communication with internal and external constituents,

stakeholders, and the community.

Proficiency Levels & Typical Behaviors: Extensive

Participates in developing a variety of effective ways to deal with service challenges.

Models service delivery and will coach others to deliver excellent service in a variety of settings.

Communicates well with direct reports, peers, leadership, and external constituents.

Utilizes various methods for information sharing and information gathering. Modifies

process(es) to enhance service and outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide leadership and direction to the nursing staff, including Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed

Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Health Care Coordinators (Essential and Non-Modifiable)

2. Collaborate with the Senior Leadership team to develop and implement nursing policies,

procedures, and protocols to ensure the highest standards of care. (Essential and Non-Modifiable)

3. Monitor and maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations, as well as accreditation

standards related to nursing care. (Essential and Non-Modifiable)

4. Foster a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and continuous learning among the nursing staff

and other departments. (Essential and Non-Modifiable)

5. Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences a