Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the Director of Nursing in leading our nursing department. The ADON plays a key leadership role in ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care, maintaining regulatory compliance, and promoting clinical excellence within our facility.

This position is ideal for a strong clinical leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional resident care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing and managing daily nursing operations

  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations

  • Promote and maintain the highest standards of resident-centered care

  • Support infection control oversight and regulatory readiness

  • Plan, organize, and conduct staff training programs and clinical in-services

  • Maintain effective communication across all levels of nursing staff

  • Ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet resident care needs

  • Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives

  • Oversee staff competency evaluations and implement corrective action plans when necessary

Qualifications

Required:

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Jersey

Preferred:

  • Five (5) years of progressively responsible nursing experience in a clinical setting

  • Three (3) years of supervisory experience in a long-term care or sub-acute setting

  • PCC certification

  • Infection Prevention (IP) experience a plus

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