Assistant Director of Nursing

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Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) is a Registered Nurse responsible for supporting the Director of Nursing in overseeing the clinical operations of the skilled nursing facility. This leadership role ensures high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, staff supervision, and survey readiness. The ADON collaborates with the inter-disciplinary team to maintain clinical excellence and uphold federal, state, and local standards.

• Assist the DON in planning, organizing, and directing nursing services.
• Ensure nursing care meets resident needs in accordance with physician orders and care plans.
• Monitor clinical documentation for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Conduct regular audits (medication, treatment, infection control, etc.).
• Support quality improvement initiatives and performance improvement plans.

• Maintain compliance with CMS and Wisconsin state regulations.
• Participate in state survey preparation and response.
• Ensure adherence to facility policies and procedures.
• Monitor infection prevention practices and reporting.
• Assist with incident investigations and corrective action plans.

• Supervise nursing staff including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
• Assist with scheduling to ensure appropriate staffing coverage.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of nursing staff.
• Address attendance, performance, and conduct concerns in collaboration with HR.

• Monitor clinical outcomes (falls, wounds, hospital readmissions, weight loss, etc.).
• Participate in QAPI meetings and initiatives.
• Assist within infection control tracking and prevention measures.
• Ensure timely completion of assessments and documentation.

• Participate in care plan meetings.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, families, and external providers.
• Support collaboration between nursing, therapy, dietary, and social services.

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Wisconsin – Required
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience in long-term care or skilled nursing.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations and long-term care standards.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with electronic medical records (PCC preferred).