Assistant Director of Nursing - ADON
Avardis Health•Ashland, VA
•$110 - $120
About The Position
Ashland Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join its nursing home leadership team. The position is suited to a compassionate, qualified Registered Nurse with strong leadership skills and a commitment to exceptional resident care. The ADON helps lead the nursing department, supporting staff development, regulatory compliance, staffing, documentation, and collaboration across departments. The role also provides direct resident care as needed and promotes new ideas and processes to improve care outcomes.
Requirements
- Current, active, unencumbered state license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- RN nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
- Current CPR certification.
- At least three years of nursing experience in a setting serving a similar resident population.
- At least one year of management experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to nursing home operations.
- Dedicated, compassionate, results-driven approach and commitment to exceptional care.
Responsibilities
- Provide ongoing education, mentorship, and leadership development to clinical management, clinicians, and other team members.
- Participate in developing and achieving nursing department goals, including staff development and educational programming.
- Assist with implementing and ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and standards of practice consistent with corporate and regulatory guidelines.
- Recruit, hire, and retain qualified nursing staff in accordance with staffing plans and state-mandated requirements.
- Collaborate with department heads to promote positive interdepartmental relations.
- Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring an accurate and effective documentation system.
- Provide direct resident care as needed and interact effectively with residents and families.
- Create and implement ideas and processes that improve outcomes and support responsible healthcare.
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Access to earned but unpaid wages in advance.
- Scheduling app to find and book open shifts or request additional hours.
- Zero-interest purchasing program with no credit check or hidden fees.
- Free online learning courses for senior care and health and human services, including courses that may help satisfy certification or professional development needs.
- Discounts of up to 20% on employee personal wireless accounts and auto rentals through designated vendors.
- Confidential assistance through the Employee Assistance Fund in unexpected catastrophic situations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
