Assistant Director of Nursing; ADON

Position: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
Location: New York

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) — Nurse Educator / Staff Development (Confidential)   Full-Time | Manhattan, NY
A well-established skilled nursing facility in Manhattan, NY is seeking an experienced  Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON):  to join its leadership team. This role focuses on clinical education, regulatory compliance, staff competency development, and quality improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead clinical education and training programs in compliance with NYSDOH and facility standards

• Assess and enhance staff competencies through coaching, mentoring, audits, and evaluations

• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and evidence-based practices

• Oversee quality assurance for nursing staff and clinical practices

• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities

• Collaborate with leadership to improve resident care outcomes

• Direct new staff orientation and onboarding programs

• Conduct ongoing audits and assessments to maintain nursing excellence

• Develop and monitor staff education on infection control, body mechanics, emergency preparedness, OSHA, and related topics

• Maintain training records, track program outcomes, and stay current with professional standards
Requirements:

• Current New York State RN license in good standing

• BSN required; MSN or related graduate degree preferred

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Nurse Educator or in clinical staff development (long-term care preferred)

• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver effective education programs

• Strong leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication

• CPR certification required (Instructor certification preferred)
Compensation:
• $140,000 annually
Apply to join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering high-quality resident care.