Assistant Director of Nursing; ADON

Position: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
** Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)*
* Full-Time | Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) partners with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily clinical operations and ensure the delivery of high-quality, compliant resident care. This is a hands-on leadership role for a strong RN who thrives in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment and serves as a visible, supportive leader to the nursing team.

** Key Responsibilities*
* ** Clinical Leadership*
* + Support the DON in directing, evaluating, and improving nursing services

+ Ensure compliance with DOH, CMS, and federal/state regulations

+ Promote a culture of accountability and clinical excellence across all shifts

** Team Management*
* + Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and retention of RNs, LPNs, and CNAs

+ Provide mentorship and ongoing clinical supervision

+ Address performance concerns and support professional development

** Survey Readiness*
* + Maintain the facility in a continuous survey-ready state

+ Assist in leading DOH and CMS audits

+ Support development and execution of plans of correction

** Care Coordination*
* + Collaborate with physicians, rehab, social services, and dietary teams

+ Oversee and review individualized care plans, including high-acuity residents (vents, dialysis, sub-acute rehab)

** Operational Oversight*
* + Assist with managing staffing levels, scheduling, and labor management

+ Monitor clinical supplies and departmental resources

+ Provide floor support during high-volume or high-acuity shifts

** Quality Improvement*
* + Participate in QAPI initiatives to improve outcomes and star ratings

+ Track and analyze key metrics including falls, readmissions, infection rates, and wound care

** Candidate Requirements*
* + Active, unencumbered RN license in the state of practice

+ Minimum 3-5 years of LTC or SNF experience

+ Prior leadership experience (Unit Manager, ADON, or similar role preferred)

+ Strong knowledge of DOH/CMS regulations, MDS processes, and reimbursement models

+ Experience supporting high-acuity populations

+ EHR proficiency (Point Click Care  or Sigma Care preferred)

This role is ideal for a confident, visible nursing leader who is ready to support facility-wide clinical excellence, strengthen staff development, and grow into future Director-level leadership.

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** Pay Details:**  $ to $ per year

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