Assistant Director of Nursing

NANA Healthcare Management, LLC • Tallapoosa, GA

11d • $78,000 - $92,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Hidden Creek Recovery & Retreat, part of NANA Healthcare Management, LLC, is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support leadership and daily operations of its nursing department in Tallapoosa, Georgia. The residential behavioral healthcare program provides individualized treatment and support to adolescents facing mental and behavioral health challenges.

Working closely with the Director of Nursing, Medical Director, and interdisciplinary leadership team, the ADON helps oversee nursing operations, support clinical staff, maintain regulatory compliance, and ensure safe, effective, compassionate patient care. This hands-on leadership role combines nursing oversight, staff development, and direct patient care. The ADON is expected to lead by example, build relationships with staff, participate in daily operations, and provide additional clinical support when needed.

The position is full-time and on-site, with a schedule primarily Monday through Friday and flexibility according to clinical and operational needs. The annual salary is $78,000–$92,000, based on qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia or a valid multistate RN license authorizing practice in Georgia.
• At least 3 years of professional nursing experience.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to provide clinical guidance and make sound decisions in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Comfort providing direct patient care in addition to leadership responsibilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Strong commitment to patient safety, ethical nursing practice, and high-quality care.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as an Assistant Director of Nursing, Nurse Supervisor, Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager, or in a similar nursing leadership role.
• Experience in behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, adolescent treatment, residential care, or substance use treatment.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Experience with nursing staff scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulatory compliance, documentation audits, and quality improvement processes.
• Experience supporting patients with complex behavioral or mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing daily nursing department operations.
• Provide guidance, supervision, and ongoing support to nursing staff.
• Help coordinate nursing schedules, staffing coverage, and departmental workflow.
• Support onboarding, training, and development of new nursing team members.
• Promote a positive, accountable, and collaborative nursing culture.
• Serve as a resource to nursing staff regarding clinical procedures, patient care concerns, and operational questions.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, communication, and quality of care.
• Assume designated nursing leadership responsibilities in the Director of Nursing’s absence, as assigned and within applicable requirements.
• Provide direct nursing care and clinical support when necessary.
• Assist with patient assessments, ongoing medical monitoring, and identification of changes in clinical condition.
• Oversee safe medication administration practices and medication management procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, and other treatment team members.
• Support development and implementation of individualized treatment plans.
• Assist with medical emergencies, crisis situations, and appropriate escalation of patient care needs.
• Ensure nursing documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted on time.
• Promote patient safety, appropriate clinical boundaries, and trauma-informed care practices.
• Support compliance with applicable Georgia regulations, licensing requirements, and organizational policies.
• Assist with chart reviews, documentation audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Help maintain infection prevention and control standards.
• Monitor adherence to nursing protocols and medication administration procedures.
• Identify and report clinical concerns, safety risks, and opportunities for corrective action.
• Participate in regulatory inspections, internal reviews, and quality assurance activities.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA and patient privacy requirements.
• Partner with the Director of Nursing to encourage staff accountability, professional development, and performance improvement.
• Support effective communication among nursing, medical, clinical, housing, and administrative departments.
• Participate in leadership meetings and interdisciplinary treatment team discussions.
• Assist in addressing staff concerns and resolving day-to-day operational challenges.
• Foster an environment where employees feel supported, respected, and empowered to deliver quality care.
• Maintain a consistent and approachable leadership presence throughout the facility.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Supportive and collaborative leadership team.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within a growing healthcare organization.
• Meaningful work supporting adolescents and families through the recovery process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed