RN Director of Nursing Full-time
Axiom Gardens of Flora

Assistant Director of Nursing

Axiom Gardens of Flora Flora, IL 62839, US

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Axiom Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support our Director of Nursing in leading the nursing department with excellence, compassion, and clinical expertise.

The ADON plays a key leadership role in managing daily nursing operations, supervising staff, and ensuring the highest standards of resident care and regulatory compliance are consistently met. At Axiom, we believe leadership matters - especially in long-term care. That’s why we empower our nurse leaders with strong support, collaborative teams, and a robust benefits package to thrive in their roles and grow professionally.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability & Accident Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

The Assistant Director of Nursing assists in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the nursing department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards and facility guidelines. The ADON plays a vital role in ensuring quality care delivery, staffing oversight, staff education, compliance, and interdisciplinary coordination.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating nursing department goals, policies, and procedures
  • Help coordinate nursing services with other departments to ensure comprehensive resident care
  • Participate in facility inspections and audits, and assist with quality assurance initiatives Support DON with staffing decisions, hiring, onboarding, evaluations, and performance management
  • Ensure accurate daily staffing levels and assignments, including oversight of RN, LPN, and CNA staff
  • Oversee infection control practices and ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and abuse prevention protocols
  • Make regular rounds to assess staff performance and resident satisfaction
  • Monitor medication administration and care delivery, reporting discrepancies as needed
  • Provide direct resident care when necessary and model clinical best practices
  • Serve as a mentor and role model to nursing staff; promote professional growth and team accountability
  • Participate in care plan meetings, resident admissions, and discharge planning
  • Support development of in-service training, new hire orientation, and ongoing staff education
  • Uphold standards for cleanliness, safety, and regulatory compliance throughout nursing areas
  • Actively contribute to the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program
  • Represent nursing leadership in the absence of the DON Required Qualifications:
  • Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois • Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited institution
  • Minimum of 2 years of nursing supervisory experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, or a related healthcare setting
  • At least 6 months experience in restorative or rehabilitative nursing practices
  • Current CPR certification
  • Demonstrated knowledge of nursing regulations, practices, and long-term care compliance
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong commitment to resident rights, dignity, and individualized care Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to move intermittently throughout the facility and respond quickly in emergency situations
  • Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move up to 25 lbs. and assist in resident evacuation if needed
  • Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional demands of the position
  • Vision and hearing must be sufficient to meet job requirements, with or without assistive devices

 

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