Assistant Director of Nursing- ADON(RN) 10,000 sign on bonus

Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Skilled Nursing•Gardner, KS

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) supports the Director of Nursing in administering, managing, and overseeing nursing services to ensure high-quality resident care. The ADON assists with daily clinical operations, regulatory compliance, and promoting compassionate, resident-centered care. When the Director of Nursing is absent, the ADON assumes responsibility for nursing department operations and clinical leadership. The role includes coordinating resident care, supporting and supervising nursing staff, monitoring quality and regulatory compliance, overseeing infection prevention and risk management activities, and participating in operational planning. The ADON also helps ensure a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents and supports required nursing coverage and workplace safety practices.

Requirements

Current and active RN license in the state of practice.
Minimum of two years of nursing supervisory experience.
Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations, nursing practices, infection control, and quality assurance processes.
Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Five years of experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or acute healthcare settings.
Previous experience in nursing management or clinical leadership roles.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee comprehensive resident care plans in accordance with physician orders, resident needs, facility policies, and regulatory requirements.
Ensure delivery of high-quality, compassionate nursing care that promotes residents’ health, safety, dignity, and quality of life.
Participate in admissions assessments and decisions, including prospective resident evaluations as needed.
Collaborate with physicians, consultants, therapists, community agencies, and interdisciplinary team members to enhance resident outcomes.
Assist in coordinating nursing services with all facility departments.
Communicate, interpret, and reinforce nursing policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
Provide supervision, coaching, and support to nursing staff.
Conduct competency evaluations for licensed, certified, and non-certified nursing personnel.
Ensure adequate staffing and nursing coverage to meet resident care needs and regulatory requirements.
Promote a positive work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.
Monitor clinical quality indicators and implement improvement initiatives to achieve and exceed organizational goals.
Coordinate ongoing Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities through rounds, audits, interviews, and record reviews.
Prepare reports and summaries for Quality Assurance Committee meetings.
Assist with survey preparation and readiness, and educate staff on regulatory standards and survey processes.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company regulations governing long-term care operations.
Implement and oversee the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program.
Monitor infection surveillance activities, identify trends, and develop corrective action plans.
Prepare and present infection control reports to the Quality Assurance Committee.
Investigate incidents, complaints, allegations of abuse or neglect, and loss or misappropriation of resident property.
Promptly report unusual occurrences in accordance with state and facility requirements.
Participate in daily and weekly management meetings to discuss resident care, census changes, staffing, concerns, and operational priorities.
Monitor facility conditions to ensure a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents.
Support compliance with 24-hour nursing service requirements, RN coverage regulations, and abuse prevention programs.
Promote workplace safety and accident prevention practices to reduce employee injuries and workers’ compensation costs.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Assume responsibility for nursing department operations and clinical leadership in the Director of Nursing’s absence.