RN Assistant Director of Nursing ADON

We are seeking an RN Assistant Director of Nursing ADON to join our skilled nursing team! Our facility features a fast paced sub-acute and long term care unit. The primary role of the ADON is to assist the Director of Nursing in planning, developing, and directing the functions of the Nursing Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, as well as adhering to the policies and regulations of the facility to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is delivered at all times.

RN Assistant Director of Nursing ADON Responsibilities:

Assist Director of Nursing in managing the day-to-day functions of the nursing department, in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines of a long-term care facility
Contribute ideas and support to foster a nurturing and productive nursing philosophy while maintaining department goals and objectives.
Assist the Director of Nursing with compliance and effective communication between all levels of nursing staff to ensure proper care is maintained for each resident
Promote positive employee relations, strong customer service ethic and commitment to ongoing staff education and training
Make recommendations to the Director of Nursing that will assist the nursing service department in meeting the day-to-day needs of residents.
Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director as necessary/required, concerning the operation of the nursing service department.
Participate in the implementation of the facility’s quality assurance program for the nursing service department.
Participate in facility surveys as requested by the Administrator or the DON
Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, charting, etc., as necessary
Collaborate with facility physicians or specialists regarding resident care
Educate residents and staff concerning health maintenance and disease prevention
Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities as necessary
Maintain accurate resident medical records
Provide advice and emotional support to residents and their family members
Serve as substitute DON when necessary
Performs other related job duties as required

RN Assistant Director of Nursing ADON Salary $130,000 per year

RN Assistant Director of Nursing ADON) Qualifications:

Graduate of an approved School of Nursing is required
Must be currently licensed by the State Board of Nursing
At least 3 years of Supervisory Experience
Experience in Long Term Care

RN Assistant Director of Nursing ADON Benefits offered including: Vacation, PTO, 401K, Health Insurance, Dental, Vision

Equal Opportunity Employer

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