by Floridanurse

Hi. I posted in the community health because this is a county job. I am interviewing for the director of a county Adult Day care. I know what the clients will entail, but was wondering if anyone else can give me insight into such a job so I don't walk in blind. I really really want this job so I don't want to walk in blind. I don't know anyone who has worked in this area before to ask questions. I have worked in long term care and subacute as well as acute care in my career. Any insight or info would be helpful. Thanks.

Re: Interview for Adult Day care

Hello Floridanurse!

I am currently working as the RN at an Adult Day Care Center in Los Angeles.

I work closely with our Program Director, and prior becoming the RN at that facility, I was the assistant to the Program Director.

Just an overview on the role of Program Director: (atleast in our facility)

- coordinates with all the members of the multi-disciplinary team (Social Services, Nursing Staff, PT, OT, Speech Therapist, Nutritionist, Doctor, etc)
- makes sure that all documents are completed within the required time frame (flowsheets, forms, etc.)
- resolves problems/conflicts within the organization
- makes important decisions for the facility
- makes sure his/her subordinates comply with their duties/job description and encourages/motivates them to perform better
- holds meetings from time to time to discuss important matters regarding the patients/facility/anything that needs to be discussed/resolved.

there's a lot more, but i'm sure they will provide you with a job description.
best of luck with your interview! being the director has a lot of responsibilities, but im sure you'll enjoy working in an Adult Day Care. It has a relaxed environment and your clients are very appreciative of what you do for them.
it's a very fulfilling job.