Assistant Director of Nursing - ADON
About The Position
Ghent Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated, experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join its nursing home leadership team. The role is intended for a compassionate, qualified Registered Nurse with strong leadership skills and a commitment to exceptional resident care. The ADON supports nursing department leadership, staff development, regulatory compliance, recruitment and retention, documentation, and resident care. The organization describes its care approach as compassionate and comprehensive, focused on patients’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being, respect, and autonomy. It also uses healthcare technology and evolving treatments and therapies to support care and quality of life.
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.
- Compassionate, dedicated, and results-driven approach to delivering 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 functions 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 intended to improve care outcomes.
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
- Ability to pick up shifts and request additional hours using a scheduling app
- An interest-free purchasing program with no credit check or hidden fees
- Free 24/7 online learning courses for senior care and health and human services, including courses that may support certifications or professional development
- Discounts of up to 20% on employee personal wireless accounts and auto rentals through designated vendors
- Confidential application for 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
