Assistant Director of Nursing; ADON LVN​/LPN

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) LVN/LPN

Employer:

THE PLAZA AT LUBBOCK

Location:

Lubbock, TX

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to serve as Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) at The Plaza  ADON will lead the delivery of clinical services, ensuring residents receive the highest quality care. This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate leadership and nursing expertise in a facility that specializes in long‑term and rehabilitative care.

We offer competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, holiday pay, paid time off, employee appreciation events, and much more.

• Maintain nursing service obligations consistent with licensure requirements and standards of nursing practices.
• Oversee, direct, and coordinate nursing staff to provide proper resident care.
• Participate in screening prospective residents and ongoing assessment of resident needs.
• Assure staff adherence to infection control procedures, quality assurance programs, and OSHA procedures.
• Function as liaison between facility and other outside caregivers.
• Conduct employee conferences, counseling, and evaluations; participate in hiring new nursing employees and orientation.
• Assist in ongoing in‑service education of nursing staff.
• Responsible for adhering to the nursing service budget.
• Assume responsibility for decision regarding all aspects of nursing care, consulting with the Director of Assisted Living, Nurse Consultants, and other resources.
• Ensure provision of appropriate medications, treatments, and nursing services according to care plans and physician’s instructions.
• Monitor/​control inventories of drugs and supplies.
• Notify the Director of Assisted Living, physician, and family or responsible party of significant changes in the resident’s condition.
• Formulate plan of care based on resident assessment and complete resident care attendant assignments.
• Attend all department head meetings, staff meetings, and serve on appropriate committees as deemed necessary by the Director of Assisted Living.

• LPN/LVN license in the State of Texas.
• Previous skilled nursing facility experience with a solid understanding of clinical operations and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in nursing management and/or staff development.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strong employee relationships.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and verbal skills.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off with Cash‑Out and Donation Options
• Paid Holidays
• Pay on Demand – Payday Advance
• Gym Membership and Fitness Program Discounts
• Employee Discounts on Everyday Purchases and Services
• Access to Automobile and Home Insurance Marketplace
• and more!