Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
About The Position
The Assistant Director of Nursing at The Pines at Utica helps coordinate daily operations and ensure high standards of resident care and safety. Working closely with the Director of Nursing, the ADON helps set and achieve clinical program objectives aligned with the organization’s mission, facilitates implementation of the care delivery model, and oversees the center’s daily clinical operations, including compliance and coordination of care. The role also supports resident and family satisfaction and contributes to the quality of care and culture of the facility. In the Director of Nursing’s absence, the Assistant Director assumes the Director’s responsibilities and duties. The position is based at 1800 Butterfield Avenue, Utica, New York, and is listed as a day-shift role. The stated salary range is $115,000–$120,000 annually, with a $10,000 sign-on bonus.
Requirements
- Valid New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Commitment to resident-centered care and excellence in healthcare delivery.
- Visionary mindset focused on innovation and quality improvement.
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
- Interest in the nursing needs of older adults and people with chronic illness, and ability to work with both.
- Strong clinical, leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree or certification.
- Experience in a nursing leadership role in a long-term care or similar healthcare setting.
Responsibilities
- Oversee nursing operations, including staffing, training, and quality assurance.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire nurses and other healthcare professionals.
- Support the development and implementation of care plans and protocols.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to optimize resident care.
- Serve as the operational liaison between the nursing units and the Director of Nursing.
- Ensure exceptional care for residents.
- Participate in quality assurance monitoring and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Promote continuous improvement and innovation in nursing care.
- Work with the Director of Nursing to set and achieve clinical program objectives.
- Facilitate implementation of the care delivery model and coordinate daily clinical operations.
- Support resident and family satisfaction.
- Assume the Director of Nursing’s responsibilities and duties in the Director’s absence.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Comprehensive training and mentorship.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives.
- $10,000 sign-on bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
