Assistant DON (ADON) - RN

Care Initiatives•Marshalltown, IA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Southridge Specialty Care, an 82-bed long-term care skilled nursing community in Marshalltown, Iowa, is hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing (RN). This nursing leadership role assists the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department, while offering experience that may support advancement within the organization. The position works the 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. shift and participates in an on-call rotation with other leadership team members. The Assistant Director of Nursing monitors care delivery, supports and coaches registered nurses, helps enforce policies, and manages administrative functions. The role also involves communicating with residents and families, maintaining accurate care documentation, and following infection-control, safety, and compliance requirements. Care Initiatives describes itself as a provider operating more than 40 skilled nursing communities across Iowa and emphasizes compassionate care, professional growth, and inclusive, equitable, and welcoming working and learning environments. It is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Valid RN license in good standing; the license must be valid in Iowa or the candidate must be able to activate it.
Current, valid CPR certification.
Knowledge of federal and state long-term-care regulations and laws.
Desire to learn and grow as part of a quality-focused clinical team.
Strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department.
Conduct regular rounds to monitor care delivery concerns and progress, acknowledge progress, and propose and help implement solutions.
Enforce policies and guide the team, fostering individual and team growth.
Support and coach registered nurses to promote teamwork and high-quality care.
Manage administrative functions to improve department efficiency and support future growth.
Communicate with residents and families regarding care needs.
Document care accurately in accordance with clinical, regulatory, and facility standards.
Follow infection-control, safety, and compliance protocols.
Participate in an on-call rotation with other members of the leadership team.