Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON
Listed on 2026-08-06
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Nursing
Director of Nursing, Nursing Home, RN Nurse, Healthcare Nursing
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON - RN)
Cary, NC 27519
Salary: $85,000 - $90,000 per year
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with rotating weekend on-call coverage
Full-Time | In-Person
Are you an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) looking to advance your leadership career? We're seeking a compassionate, hands-on Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join a dedicated leadership team at a 92-bed skilled nursing facility with a secured memory care unit. This is an outstanding opportunity to help lead clinical operations, mentor nursing staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents.
KeyResponsibilities
- Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the nursing department.
- Ensure compliance with all North Carolina DHHS, state, federal, and facility regulations.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and nursing support staff.
- Monitor resident care plans, clinical documentation, quality measures, and resident outcomes.
- Assist with staffing, scheduling, orientation, employee development, and performance management.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate resident care, including specialized memory care services.
- Lead quality improvement initiatives and promote evidence-based nursing practices.
- Participate in state surveys, audits, infection prevention efforts, and emergency preparedness activities.
- Serve as a clinical resource and role model by providing hands-on support to staff as needed.
- Foster a positive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, compassion, and exceptional resident care.
- Participate in the nursing leadership rotating weekend on-call schedule.
- Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina.
- Minimum 2 years of long-term care or skilled nursing experience.
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
- Thorough knowledge of North Carolina DHHS regulations and skilled nursing operations.
- Experience working with dementia, behavioral health, or secured memory care residents is a plus.
- SPICE (Infection Control) certification preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Passion for delivering outstanding resident-centered care.
- Salary: $85,000 - $90,000 per year
- Monday-Friday schedule with rotating weekend on-call coverage
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Schedule
- Referral Program
- Retirement Plan
If you're a dedicated nursing leader who is passionate about mentoring staff, improving clinical outcomes, and providing exceptional care to seniors, we'd love to hear from you!
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