Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Journey Skilled Nursing•Roberta, GA

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) serves as a clinical operational liaison between the units and the Director of Nursing. He/she is responsible for the daily clinical operations of the Nursing Units including ensuring compliance with center policies and procedures, practice standards and regulations. Additionally, he/she is responsible for facilitating the implementation of the care delivery model and processes, mentoring staff, coordination and communication with other departments, and ensuring patient and family satisfaction. In the absence of the DON, the ADON assumes the duties and responsibilities of the DON.

Requirements

Active R.N. license
Minimum of three years of nursing experience
At least one year in a supervisory role
Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English
Clerical ability to analyze reports and data
Current BLS/CPR certification (as required by state regulations)

Nice To Haves

Long-term care or geriatric experience preferred
BSN preferred
Proven skills in organizing and managing nursing services and personnel

Responsibilities

Serve as a clinical operational liaison between the units and the Director of Nursing.
Oversee daily clinical operations of the Nursing Units.
Ensure compliance with center policies and procedures, practice standards, and regulations.
Facilitate the implementation of the care delivery model and processes.
Mentor staff.
Coordinate and communicate with other departments.
Ensure patient and family satisfaction.
Assume the duties and responsibilities of the DON in their absence.
Support the Director of Nursing in managing the nursing department, including staffing, scheduling, and enforcing policies.
Ensure regulatory compliance, participate in chart audits, and oversee infection control, care planning, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Participate in hiring, training, and performance reviews while promoting professional growth and ensuring the delivery of consistent, high-quality care.