Assistant Director of Nursing

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Lead with purpose. Support with heart. Make a difference every day.

We are seeking a compassionate, experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to partner with our Director of Nursing in leading a dedicated care team and ensuring exceptional nursing services for our residents—24/7. This role is ideal for a nursing leader who thrives in collaboration, values resident dignity, and enjoys both clinical oversight and team development.

• Support the Director of Nursing in planning, developing, and supervising nursing operations and staff
• Help implement nursing policies, procedures, and care standards that promote safe, consistent, and resident-centered care
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, training, and mentoring licensed and non-licensed nursing staff
• Participate in employee evaluations, coaching, and performance improvement initiatives
• Serve as a leadership back-up for the DON and provide guidance to RN and LPN staff
• Step in to provide direct resident care when needed
• Oversee daily clinical operations, including rounds and monitoring resident conditions
• Advocate for resident safety, dignity, and respect at all times
• Act as a liaison between residents, families, physicians, and care teams
• Lead or attend staff meetings as needed
• Provide insights, reports, and recommendations to improve nursing services
• Help design and evaluate nursing systems that promote quality outcomes and resident rights
• Coordinate and support ongoing staff education and in-services
• Stay informed of regulatory changes and help ensure ongoing compliance
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding residents and employees
• Staff Development and training
• Infection prevention

• Assist with the overall supervision and management of nursing staff
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work culture

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• RN license required
• 3-5 years of nursing management experience, preferably in long-term care
• Active license and good standing with the State Board of Nursing
• Current with all required continuing education and licensing requirements
• Certificate of infection Control preferred

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to read and interpret professional journals, regulations, and technical procedures
• Comfortable writing reports, policies, and professional correspondence
• Confident presenting information and responding to staff questions
• Solid problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; PCC experience preferred

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Regular use of computers and office equipment
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking, reading, and communicating throughout the day
• Occasional travel may be required
• Work environment is typically moderate noise level