Director of Nursing (DON/ADON) Jobs

American Medical Associates

Assistant Director of Nursing

$110,000 - $130,000 / year
Assistant Director of Nursing Located in Woodmere, NY Salary: $110K - $130K; based on prior experience Qualifications: Must have NY RN license Must have experience as an Assistant Director of Nursing Must have long term care experience Proven leadership and management skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Responsibilities and duties: Assist in supervision of nursing staff in the facility Ensuring there is adequate nursing staff, and that the staff's skills remain current Overseeing nursing employee conduct Being knowledgeable of incidents at the facility Assessing the health needs of each resident #4824
Apple Rehab Mystic

Assistant Director of Nursing Services (ADNS) / Infection Control Nurse

Join Our Caring Team at Apple Rehab Mystic! Are you passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, family-oriented environment? Look no further! Situated amidst the charm and allure of downtown Mystic, this facility offers not just exceptional healthcare but also a serene and comforting environment that fosters healing and rejuvenation. Why Choose Apple Rehab Mystic? Employees at Apple Rehab Mystic experience a supportive and collaborative work culture. The facility prioritizes teamwork, fostering an environment where staff can thrive and excel in their roles. There are ample opportunities for growth and advancement. Apple Rehab Mystic invests in the professional development of its employees, offering training programs, continuing education, and career advancement opportunities. About Us: As a family-owned and operated company, Apple Rehab prioritizes treating residents and staff like family. With our senior management based in our local Avon, CT office, we ensure superior care from a company deeply rooted in your community. Our leadership is not distant but right in your backyard, offering a supportive and collaborative environment. Position Summary : We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated RN to join our team as the Assistant Director of Nursing Services (ADNS) and Infection Control Nurse. This dual-role position combines leadership in nursing administration and infection prevention supporting the facility’s commitment to providing high-quality care in compliance with state and federal guidelines. The ideal candidate is technically proficient, detail-oriented, and passionate about fostering a safe, healthy environment for both residents and staff. Key Responsibilities : Infection Control Duties Oversee the facility’s infection prevention and control program, ensuring adherence to protocols and compliance with all regulatory standards. Monitor and report infection data, conduct routine infection surveillance, and implement preventive measures in collaboration with the clinical team. Provide ongoing infection control education to staff, including training on current protocols, PPE usage, and best practices. Conduct audits and review data to identify trends and make recommendations for continuous improvement. Wound Care Duties Manage and monitor all aspects of wound care for residents, including assessments, treatments, and documentation. Develop individualized wound care plans, working closely with the clinical team to ensure effective, evidence-based treatment and prevention of wounds. Train and educate nursing staff on wound care best practices, protocols, and preventive care to improve outcomes. Conduct regular audits of wound care documentation and processes to maintain quality standards and regulatory compliance. Assistant Director of Nursing (ADNS) Duties Assist the Director of Nursing Services (DNS) in daily clinical operations and overall management of the nursing team. Act as a resource for nursing staff, offering guidance, training, and support in clinical practices and resident care. Provide leadership in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, maintaining accurate records, and facilitating quality assurance initiatives. Serve as acting DNS in the absence of the DNS to ensure continuity of care and leadership. Qualifications : Current, unrestricted RN license in Connecticut. Minimum of 3 years of experience in long-term care, with a strong background in infection control, wound care, and/or nursing leadership. Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems, infection control, and wound care documentation software. Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with a detail-oriented and proactive approach to problem-solving. Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) and/or Wound Care (WCC) preferred, or willingness to obtain within one year of hire. Employee Benefits for 30+ Hours which may include the following: Scholarships and career development opportunities Generous 4 weeks of paid time off 7 paid holidays Health insurance benefits Short & long-term disability coverage Access to Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD telephone service Employee Assistance Program Life insurance coverage 401K retirement program Longevity credit for dedicated service Join Our Compassionate Team! Embark on a fulfilling career where compassionate care meets professional growth. Apply now to become a valued member of Apple Rehab Mystic! Note: Benefits and requirements may vary based on employment status and hours worked. Inquire within for specific details. (Apple Rehab is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.) IND123
Legacy Retirement Communities

Director of Nursing Services

At Legacy Village of Southern Hills , we're looking for a compassionate full-time Director of Nursing Services to lead our clinical team in providing exceptional care to our residents. If you're a licensed RN or LPN with leadership experience in assisted living or long-term care, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive, family-like environment. Apply today! As our Director of Nursing Services, you'll earn a competitive salary of $80,000+ per year , based on experience. Benefits : 401(k) with company match Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance Health savings account (HSA) Paid time off (PTO) and vacation Generous employee referral program Hotel discounts at company-managed locations YOUR SCHEDULE This is a full-time position with a Monday–Friday schedule, with 24-hour on-call support to meet resident needs. YOUR DAY As our Director of Nursing Services, you'll wear many hats-leader, mentor, advocate, and innovator. Here's how you'll make a difference: Oversee resident health assessments and create individualized service plans Ensure excellence in medication management and staff competency in administration Train and educate care staff while coordinating outside training as needed Lead resident care meetings and quality assurance reviews Foster open communication with residents, families, staff, and healthcare partners Collaborate with therapists, dieticians, and specialists for a holistic care approach Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU We're looking for someone who meets the following qualifications: Current RN or LPN license in Nevada Graduate of an accredited nursing program 2+ years' leadership experience in assisted living or long-term care CPR and First Aid certified Strong knowledge of nursing standards and compliance requirements Excellent leadership and communication skills A sincere dedication to serving seniors If this sounds like you, we want you as our Director of Nursing Services! OUR STORY At Legacy House of Southern Hills, we're committed to helping our senior residents live as independently as possible-because independence fosters health, happiness, and dignity. We recognize that there comes a time when a little extra support is needed with everyday tasks, and we're here to provide that help with warmth and compassion. Guided by our six core values-Be loving, Choose wisely, Perform together, Act boldly, Express gratitude, and Mind the store-our team delivers care that goes above and beyond. We take pride in building personal connections with every resident and team member. It's what makes our community feel like family. If you thrive in a positive, team-oriented environment, you'll love working with us! WE CAN'T WAIT TO HEAR FROM YOU If you're ready to lead with purpose and grow your nursing career in a supportive, resident-centered environment, apply today! Our initial application process is quick, easy, and mobile-friendly. Join us in making a meaningful difference-one resident, one team member, one day at a time.
Appalachian Regional Healthcare

Director of Nursing Services II

Overview Oversees all departmental health administration needs and requirements as directed by upper management. Manages a medical recordkeeping system including detailed patient health records, ensuring complete confidentiality and records security of patient health data as well as doctor notes and recommendations. Responsibilities Directs Directors, Senior Managers, and occasionally senior individual contributors in a matrix environment, and is accountable for meaningful career development conversations and regular coaching feedback. Leads area processes for the Nursing Services unit, and ensures methods align with the overall business strategy. Maintains written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Services function. Assists in developing methods for coordinating nursing services with other patient services to ensure the continuity of the patients’ total regimen of care. Performs administrative duties such as admitting, discharging, transferring patients, completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, and charting. Manages team performance through regular, timely feedback as well as the formal performance review process to ensure delivery of exceptional services and engagement, motivation, and team development. Manages operational aspects of their teams (e.g., budget, performance, and compliance), as well as implementing workforce and succession plans to meet business needs. Creates a purpose driven environment by aligning the organization's mission, vision, and core values of improving health and promoting well-being with the strategies and goals of the Health Administration team. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Graduation from an approved school of nursing and current non-limited licensure in state. Educational requirement may be waived with substantive experience. Preferred Associate's Degree Nursing Required 4-6 years Nursing management or other related Required RN license required
University Hospital, Newark NJ

Assistant Director of Nursing, Perioperative Services -Same Day Surgery - DOC

Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Assistant Director of Nursing UH (Unit Based) position is to operationalize and transition changes in the care delivery system of a unit or set of units through the skillful directing, coaching, support, and delegation to staff in the provision of clinically safe, fiscally sound, compassionate care and services to achieve safety, patient/family goals and patients/family satisfaction. The Assistant Director has (24) hour responsibility for the unit’s service area and develops a dynamically functioning interdisciplinary team. She/he sustains the daily operational functioning of the units/services area and makes immediate modifications to prevent impediments, errors, and delays in goals achievement. This role is also accountable for the execution of the units/services area Performance Improvement Plan. She/he engenders confidence, trust and fosters collaborative/collegial relationships that generate staff achievement and pride. The Assistant Director facilitates an atmosphere of interactive management and the development of collegial relationships among the nursing personnel and other disciplines. The Assistant Director facilitates change through education, demonstrating skill in implementing practices changes. She/he collaborates with the Department of Education and Professional Development and assists in presentations, orientations, and other house-wide education/training. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is required. Master’s Degree in a related field is preferred. One (1) year minimum of nursing managerial experience preferred. Minimum of three (3) years clinical care delivery experience. BLS (CPR) is required.
Wellpath

Assistant Director of Nursing

You Matter • Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture• Excellent career growth opportunities Join us and find a career that supports: • Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging• Autonomy in a warm team environment• Growth and training Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: • DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! • Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching• Company paid life insurance• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans *Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service. Why Us Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved. If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time. Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support. How you make a difference The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) is responsible for managing and supervising the nursing staff and operations of the facility to ensure that patients receive appropriate healthcare services. They work collaboratively with the Director of Nursing (DON) and other members of the healthcare team to oversee and implement nursing policies and procedures. The ADON also ensures compliance with regulatory guidelines and maintains a safe and healthy environment for patients and staff. Key Responsibilities Supervises nursing staff, including performance reviews, hiring, and disciplinary action. Evaluates patient care quality and implements improvement initiatives, collaborating with Nurse Managers and DON. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and organization policies and procedures. Participates in policy and procedure development and hospital-wide employee orientations. Provides professional nursing care as needed to respond to workload demands or staffing shortages. Qualifications & Requirements Education Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field. Master’s degree preferred Experience Three (3) years’ experience in psychiatric inpatient setting with an additional two (2) years of supervisory experience. Two (2) years of post-licensure clinical nursing experience working exclusively with individuals diagnosed with mental illness or multiple disabilities. Regulatory agency knowledge including The Joint Commission, DHSS, Centers for Medicaid/Medicare Services is preferred. Licenses/Certifications Current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the state of employment. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness. We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description. We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
University Hospital, Newark NJ

Assistant Director of Nursing, Perioperative Services - Endoscopy/Medical Special Procedures

Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Assistant Director of Nursing UH (Unit Based) position is to operationalize and transition changes in the care delivery system of a unit or set of units through the skillful directing, coaching, support, and delegation to staff in the provision of clinically safe, fiscally sound, compassionate care and services to achieve safety, patient/family goals and patients/family satisfaction. The Assistant Director has (24) hour responsibility for the unit’s service area and develops a dynamically functioning interdisciplinary team. She/he sustains the daily operational functioning of the units/services area and makes immediate modifications to prevent impediments, errors, and delays in goals achievement. This role is also accountable for the execution of the units/services area Performance Improvement Plan. She/he engenders confidence, trust and fosters collaborative/collegial relationships that generate staff achievement and pride. The Assistant Director facilitates an atmosphere of interactive management and the development of collegial relationships among the nursing personnel and other disciplines. The Assistant Director facilitates change through education, demonstrating skill in implementing practices changes. She/he collaborates with the Department of Education and Professional Development and assists in presentations, orientations, and other house-wide education/training. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is required. Master’s Degree in a related field is preferred. One (1) year minimum of nursing managerial experience preferred. Minimum of three (3) years clinical care delivery experience. BLS (CPR) is required.
Wellpath

Regional Director of Nursing

You Matter • Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture• Excellent career growth opportunities Join us and find a career that supports: • Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging• Autonomy in a warm team environment• Growth and training Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: • DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! • Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching• Company paid life insurance• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans *Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service. Why Us Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved. If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time. Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support. How you make a difference The Regional Director of Nursing (RDON) is a highly skilled and experienced Registered Professional Nurse with advanced studies and expertise in Nursing Services administration. As an RDON, they are responsible for structuring, planning, and implementing the Nursing Service Program within assigned regions, ensuring that all activities are compliant with American Correctional Association (ACA), National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC), and State accreditation standards. The RDON's authority, responsibility, and accountability ensure that the nursing program's goals, objectives, policies, and procedures align with those of the company and the facility. Key Responsibilities Oversee planning, policy development, and patient care evaluation to ensure compliance with ACA, NCCHC, and State standards. Provide guidance and support to nursing staff in their region, including coordinating training and education opportunities. Serve as a liaison between nursing services, other healthcare providers, and the Regional Manager and Medical Director. Monitor and report on nursing incidents and communicable diseases, and assess policies and procedures as needed. Assist the Medical Director in developing nursing guidelines and manuals for the region. Qualifications & Requirements Education Must be graduated from an accredited School of Nursing. Experience Emergency Room, communicable disease, with medical and surgical experience preferred. 5 years of supervisory experience in an acute setting recommended. Experience in delivery and administration of correctional nursing services preferred. Licenses/Certifications Must have and maintain current licensure as a registered nurse within the state as well as CPR certification. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness. We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description. We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.