Assistant Director of Nursing

Are you looking for a rewarding career in Skilled Nursing? We are currently searching for an Assistant Director of Nursing to join our friendly, caring and supportive team!

Avantara Groton is rapidly growing and our team is looking to invest in an Assistant Director of Nursing by providing opportunities to further your career and with the tools and encouragement you need to succeed. We offer great benefits including:

Competitive wages.
Bonus opportunities.
Shift differentials.
Tuition reimbursement.
Internal growth opportunities.
Comprehensive benefits package.
401K with employer match.
Employee concierge program.
And more!

As an Assistant Director of Nursing you are at the heart of the Clinical Department. Your work will ensure our residents receive the high standard of care they have grown to expect at Avantara Groton by assisting with overseeing all aspects of the Clinical Department, assisting with instilling a positive and inclusive facility culture, assisting with setting and attaining Nursing Department goals, ensuring the nursing department is in compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations. Our residents will depend on your knowledge, skills, and attention to detail to ensure they receive an unparalleled standard of care.

To be eligible for consideration applicants should have:

As a minimum, an Associate's Degree in Science, Nursing or related field, an unencumbered State of South Dakota Registered Nurse (R.N.) license, C.P.R. Certification and two (2) years of R.N. experience. Prior experience managing a nursing department and five (5) years of R.N. experience is preferable but we are willing to invest in the right candidate!

If you are a Director of Nursing with a passion for excellence and a drive to lead, stop in or visit https://avantaragroton.com/ to learn more and get your career started.

Avantara Groton is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or reference this information, or any information relating to any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Avantara Groton never requests or sends money, payment transfers, direct deposit, or Social Security Number (SSN) information as part of their recruitment process.

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