ADON - Assistant Director of Nursing SNF

Post Acute Partners Waverly, NY 14892, US

Salary

$74,100 / year - $103,500/ Year

Overview

Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

Lead with purpose. Support with compassion. Grow with Elderwood.

Elderwood at Waverly is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON – RN) to join our leadership team. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by guiding nursing excellence, supporting a talented team, and ensuring the highest quality of care for our residents.

As ADON, you’ll partner closely with our Director of Nursing and Administrator to drive quality initiatives, support staff development, and uphold regulatory excellence - all within a community known for teamwork, respect, and clinical pride.

Why Elderwood:

Reputation for Excellence: A trusted name in long-term care and rehabilitation, known for compassionate care and clinical integrity.
Collaborative Leadership: Work alongside an experienced Administrator and DON who value mentorship and open communication.
Growth & Support: Enjoy a strong network of clinical leaders across the Elderwood family, with access to training, development, and advancement opportunities.
Mission-Driven Culture: Every day, you’ll see the impact of your leadership in residents’ lives and staff success stories.

What You’ll Do:

Partner with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily nursing operations and ensure exceptional resident outcomes.
Supervise and develop nursing staff - fostering engagement, accountability, and professional growth.
Serve as Infection Control Preventionist, leading compliance and safety initiatives.
Participate in audits, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary care planning.
Step in as Director of Nursing when needed to ensure continuity of leadership and care.
Support staffing, onboarding, and training - helping maintain 24-hour nursing coverage and high-quality service.

Join a Team That Feels Like Family

At Elderwood, we know that strong leadership builds strong teams - and strong teams create better outcomes. If you’re a nurse leader who thrives on mentorship, collaboration, and meaningful work, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and take the next step in your leadership journey with Elderwood.

Elderwood at Waverly is located at: 37 N Chemung St, Waverly, NY 14892

Responsibilities

Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) - Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Operations

Support the Director of Nursing in overseeing daily clinical operations
Assume leadership responsibilities in the absence of the DON
Ensure 24/7 nursing coverage and appropriate staffing levels
Conduct regular rounds to monitor care delivery, staff performance, and overall unit operations
Maintain a safe, clean, and resident-centered environment

Staff Leadership & Development

Recruit, interview, hire, train, and supervise nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, CNAs)
Assist with scheduling, performance management, and staff development
Address employee concerns and support a positive, accountable team culture
Provide coaching, counseling, and performance feedback as needed
Ensure compliance with CNA training and supervision requirements

Staffing & Workforce Planning

Partner with the DON to assess staffing needs and workforce planning
Assist in developing schedules and assigning staff to ensure optimal coverage
Support ongoing evaluation of staffing models and team effectiveness

Resident Care & Clinical Oversight

Oversee admissions, readmissions, and discharge planning in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
Assess resident conditions and ensure care plans are implemented effectively
Monitor medication administration and treatment delivery for accuracy and compliance
Provide direct nursing care as needed
Ensure timely identification and reporting of changes in resident condition

Medicare & Regulatory Compliance

Oversee eligibility and documentation for Medicare Skilled Services
Ensure physician certifications and required documentation are obtained
Monitor resident eligibility and coordinate timely notifications of status changes
Support survey readiness and adherence to all federal, state, and company regulations

Interdisciplinary Coordination

Collaborate with Social Services, Therapy (PT/OT/ST), and other departments to support resident outcomes
Coordinate therapeutic services and monitor resident progress
Ensure seamless communication across clinical teams

Administrative & Operational Support

Complete required documentation, reports, and audits accurately and timely
Support implementation of policies, procedures, and quality initiatives
Assist in maintaining compliance with all organizational standards and expectations

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Qualifications

Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) Position:

Must possess, as a minimum, a degree in Nursing from an accredited school.
Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as in state.
Baccalaureate degree preferred.
Working knowledge of the needs of geriatric complex care requiring long term care, the principles of management, supervision, organizational behavior and structure, and communication systems.
A physical examination and/or evidence from a physician indicating free of communicable disease to be available upon employment.
Must be in good physical and mental health.
Ability to work independently or part of a group.
Effectively communicate with others.
If expected to drive company vehicle- must have valid driver's license with good driving record and be at least 21 years of age. (In order to comply with company Driving Standards P&P).
Must have, as a minimum, 2 years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related health care facility.
Previous long-term care experience is desirable.
Computer knowledge preferred.
This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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