Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), RN
About The Position
The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), a Registered Nurse, collaborates with the Director of Nursing (DON) to provide overall nursing leadership within Hearthstone’s Long-Term Care and Skilled households. The role supports resident care, nursing operations, staff development, compliance, infection control, and quality improvement. The ADON communicates with physicians and family members regarding resident status as appropriate and participates in surveys and inspections by authorized government agencies. The starting pay rate is based on years of experience. WesleyLife describes its culture as purpose-driven and focused on respect, teamwork, support, wellness, growth, and meaningful service to older adults. Candidates must successfully complete a pre-hire health assessment, drug screen, and tobacco screen.
Requirements
- Be a Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Iowa.
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
- Have a minimum of 3–5 years of nursing experience.
- Have knowledge of state and federal regulations, quality assurance, compliance, and clinical practices.
- Have strong supervisory and leadership skills to develop and supervise nursing personnel in a team environment.
- Be highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and skilled in effective delegation.
Nice To Haves
- Nursing experience in a geriatric or long-term care setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the DON on overall nursing leadership within Long-Term Care and Skilled households.
- Provide ongoing training, support, and supervision to employees.
- Assist in evaluating the health care services needed for each resident.
- Assist with oversight of staffing schedules.
- Schedule and conduct in-service meetings for staff.
- Prepare for and participate in surveys and inspections conducted by authorized government agencies.
- Partner with the DON to improve nursing operation efficiencies.
- Oversee the infection control program and reporting.
- Communicate with physicians, family members, and others regarding resident status as appropriate.
- Participate in quality improvement activities.
- Audit the skills of nursing staff.
Benefits
- DailyPay access to earnings before payday.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k).
- Free wellness center memberships and cash incentives for healthy habits.
- Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness coverage.
- Scholarship assistance up to $3,000 per year.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $1,500 per year.
- 18% tuition discount at Purdue University Global.
- Ongoing leadership training and development pathways.
- Referral bonus program.
- Recognition and appreciation programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
