Assistant Director, Nursing Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the assistant director, nursing position.

Previously, I was responsible for organizational leadership for ongoing accreditation readiness and ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to nursing services.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Familiarity with WI State Regulations
• Knowledge of clinical experience management
• Knowledge of nursing specialized accreditation and other professional organizations (AACN, AONL, CCNE)
• Additionally, review complaints and grievances made or filed by department staff and reports as appropriate
• Valid license as a registered nurse in Illinois
• BSN from an accredited college or university
• BSN from an accredited college or university preferred
• Acts as Infection Control Coordinator

I would like to submit my application for the assistant director, nursing opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for management oversight for technical and professional coding, HIM, CDI, CDM, charging methodologies, and regulatory updates/requirements; Maintains knowledge of compliance regulations, standards and directives regarding government and regulatory agencies.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Maintains current knowledge of and ensures compliance with all regulatory and professional standards of care
• Participates in the nursing department’s continuous improvement program
• Functions as Infection Preventionists for facility
• Conducts surveillance for Nursing Home and community acquired infections among patients and staff
• Analyzes, interprets and reports data to the Director of Nursing, Quality Assurance Committee and other appropriate departments or personnel (RRH and/or health departments)
• Develops in Coordination with Nursing Educator in-service programs related to Infection Prevention
• Serves as a consultant regarding Infection Prevention issues and policies as appropriate and coordinated with RRH System based experts
• Work cooperatively and efficiently with departmental ministry leadership

I am excited to be applying for the position of assistant director, nursing. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for quality professional care to the veteran residents to ensure their health, safety and security in accordance with State/Federal regulatory guidelines.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Prior experience with the methods of Human Resource Management including interviewing, hiring, supervision and the disciplinary process
• Experiance with resriatory services
• Infection preventionist peferred
• Previous experience in the management of multiple unit/services and experience with long term care is preferred
• Providing in-service programs that contribute to meeting nursing objectives and policies, and procedures in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Provide clinical expertise to facilitate and support the nursing process in resident interventions
• Assist in maintain a safe, hazard free, and sanitary environment for residents, associates and visitors
• Participates in the implementation of the resident care planning process to comply with resident needs and regulatory agency requirements

Please consider me for the assistant director, nursing opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for leadership in implementing physician integration initiatives, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules and standards of all regulatory bodies and accreditation agencies.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Communicates effectively with supervisors, unit secretaries, Education Coordinator and Nursing Home Administrator about the daily findings as applicable
• Assists with reportable conditions to the appropriate state agencies within the 2 hour time frames
• Participates in the On – Call schedule for Nursing Leadership Group
• Rounding on all units/residents daily and report findings to appropriate staff
• Acts as a clinical expert or facilitator for resident situations as they arise
• Identifies clinical problem areas on behalf of the Director of Nursing and assists with development of plans of correction
• Safety concerns are identified, and appropriate actions are taken to maintain and assure resident safety and a hazard free environment
• Ensures that all nursing department staff members are educated and utilize infection prevention practices that protect associates, residents and visitors

Please consider me for the assistant director, nursing opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for assistance in development and preparation of documents in support of application, and ensures compliance with federal, state and sponsor requirements.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Supervise staff, evaluate the provision of direct resident care and initiate corrective action as necessary
• Participate in the employee evaluation process by providing information on the clinical performance of licensed nurses, certified nursing assistants and certified medications aides to the DON
• Monitor staff compliance with infection control, personal protection equipment, blood borne pathogens, hazardous material handling and fire safety
• Works cooperatively and efficiently with departmental ministry leadership
• Assures adherence to clinical policies and procedures within departmental guidelines
• Assists with admissions, discharges, and transfers to assure appropriate care and compliance with State and/or Federal regulations
• Assumes administrative authority for clinical departments in the absence of the DON
• Assumes a ministry presence that monitors resident care