About to interview for a director of nursing position. what would be good advice to help get the job? I already have 13 years in long term care and 8 years as an ADON.

I would thoroughly get information on the facility where you are applying. Really understand what your role would be and how you would benefit and fit into their organization.

Good Luck Lu_Jane! You are going to do very well!

" If I was offered the advantage of DON and someone asked me;" What would be the great attributes towards doing this job?"

  **Wearing good,support sneakers,to run when needed,( falling residents,fire drills,cardiac emergencies).

  **Therapeutic,liquid soaps,( to avoid Tricloran-transmission,bar-to-bar and excessive dryness to resident's skin,ie.showers.

  **Swear Jars for the staff,( monetary contributions would be bountiful,then use what's saved for the resident's needs).

  **Be a good listener,avoid rehashed gossip...Remember, Haste makes Waste.

  **Talking callbells,aside from the outdated chimes,that resound,"Hey,get up and get that bell!"

  **Role play yourself as," Resident of the Day",( no specific resident),just to see / know what it feels like to,

    " wait for assist to BR,ambulate w/walker/assisted,need to be fed meal/restricted diet,etc."

  **One Can Only Become Wise When He Sees Through Another's Eyes."