Assistant Director of Nursing

Peaceful Pines Senior Living - Fort Pierre•Fort Pierre, SD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) supports the Director of Nursing (DON) in providing clinical leadership, operational oversight, and cultural stewardship for nursing services within Assisted Living and Memory Care. The ADON plays a critical, hands-on role in ensuring care is delivered with compassion, integrity, and respect for each resident's individuality, supporting health, safety, purpose, dignity, connection, and joy. Serving as both a clinical resource and culture champion, the ADON bridges clinical excellence with meaningful daily experiences through coaching, collaboration, and engagement.

Requirements

Must submit to a TB test in accordance with state regulations.
Ability to handle multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Active and unencumbered LPN or RN license.
Must be able to pass background check

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a nursing leadership or supervisory role in Assisted Living or Long-Term Care.
Minimum of two (2) years' experience in a healthcare setting.
Experience working with memory care residents strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Support oversight of daily nursing operations to ensure safe, ethical, and high-quality care.
Conduct and support resident assessments, service plan development, updates, and care conferences in accordance with regulations.
Monitor and support medication administration processes, including inventory management, new medication checks, and communication of physician orders.
Observe residents for changes in condition and ensure appropriate documentation, communication, and follow-up with physicians, families, and the DON.
Obtain, administer, and document medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards and community policies.
Ensure resident records, documentation, and files are accurate, current, and compliant.
Take and monitor vital signs and other clinical indicators to support proactive care.
Integrate physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being into all care practices.
Reinforce person-centered care approaches that honor resident choice, dignity, and independence.
Support implementation of memory care best practices that preserve dignity and promote meaningful engagement.
Help strengthen dementia-specific education, caregiver competencies, medication aide support, and ongoing training within our memory care neighborhood.
Partner with DON, Life Enrichment, Culinary, and Operations teams to support a vibrant, engaging community.
Reinforce that care extends beyond tasks to meaningful connection, presence, and engagement.
Encourage staff participation in activities, dining experiences, and daily routines that foster connection.
Support residents in maintaining independence, choice, and personalized daily rhythms.
Promote dining as an important component of wellness, dignity, and enjoyment.
Foster moments of joy, curiosity, and connection in everyday interactions.
Help create an environment where residents feel known, valued, and truly at home.
Reinforce that excellent clinical care and exceptional resident experience are inseparable.
Support care staff with scheduling, coaching, training, and daily supervision.
Promote a positive, collaborative work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and mutual respect.
Serve as a visible, approachable leader supporting team members across shifts.
Assist with onboarding, education, and competency development for Caregivers and Medication Aides.
Provide hands-on support in care delivery and training when needed.
Assist with shift coverage as needed to ensure continuity of care.
Communicate key updates through staff communication tools and daily interactions.
Encourage engagement, recognition, and professional development among team members.
Support performance management in collaboration with the DON.
Participate in daily stand-ups, leadership meetings, and community initiatives as an active member of our leadership team.
Support compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing Assisted Living and Memory Care.
Assist with survey readiness, audits, and participation in state licensure surveys.
Ensure incident reports are completed accurately and in a timely manner, with appropriate follow-up.
Maintain confidentiality of all resident and staff information.
Monitor documentation practices and compliance with community policies.
Promote ethical practice, accountability, and risk awareness.
Serve as a clinical liaison for residents, families, physicians, and care partners.
Communicate changes in resident condition, medications, or care needs clearly and compassionately.
Schedule and participate in care conferences, ensuring families feel informed and supported.
Build trust through consistent, transparent, and empathetic communication.
Recognize families as partners in honoring residents' life stories and preferences.
Partner with the DON to support daily operations, staffing, and care delivery.
Assist with scheduling, staffing coordination, and on-call responsibilities; provide on-call backup support as assigned.
Prepare medical documentation for appointments and coordinate care needs.
Support quality initiatives, process improvements, and compliance tracking.
Ensure effective communication across shifts and departments.
Step into leadership responsibilities in the absence of the DON.
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.