Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Albany Health and Rehabilitation•Albany, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Albany Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate, motivated Registered Nurse to serve as Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON). The ADON supports the Director of Nursing (DON) with the overall operation of the nursing department, including resident care, staff leadership, nursing services, and regulatory compliance. The role helps promote a positive, collaborative workplace and high standards of resident care, safety, and quality. The ADON helps define and implement objectives, policies, and standards for nursing care in accordance with facility policy and regulatory expectations. Working under the DON’s direction, the ADON assists with day-to-day execution and supervision of resident care, care planning, resident care conferences, follow-up on consultant recommendations, documentation and assessment review, and participation in government inspections. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
Thorough understanding of the principles of safe and effective nursing practices.
Administrative, managerial, and interpersonal skills.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks, duties, and responsibilities in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
Ability to protect confidential information, use discretion, and comply with corporate compliance and HIPAA requirements.
Passion for providing quality resident care.
Ability to motivate, mentor, and support nursing staff.

Nice To Haves

Previous long-term care or skilled nursing experience.
Previous nursing leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the DON in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating nursing services.
Help define and implement objectives, policies, and standards for resident nursing care in accordance with facility policy and regulatory agency expectations.
Assist the DON with day-to-day execution and supervision of resident care procedures and take corrective action as necessary.
Promote high standards of resident care, safety, and quality.
Provide leadership, guidance, support, and mentorship to nursing staff.
Assist with nursing staff development, education, and training.
Support staffing assignments and daily nursing operations.
Monitor compliance with facility policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
Identify opportunities to improve resident care and nursing practices.
Establish care plans for residents, assess needs and goals, and conduct or participate in resident care conferences.
Follow up on consultant recommendations as directed by the DON.
Review nurses’ notes to determine whether care plans are being followed and ascertain that nursing staff complete required reports, charting, and assessments.
Participate in surveys or inspections by authorized government agencies and take a leadership role.
Foster a positive, collaborative, and respectful work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.