Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Job Description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

SHIFT: Full-Time

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The ADON is responsible for monitoring nursing staff, nursing activities, and patient care, as well as ensuring nursing activities comply with federal, state, and local standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist the Director of Nursing in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the day-to-day functions of the nursing department, following current rules, regulations, and guidelines

Participate in developing, maintaining, and updating our written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the department

Act as a team member, team leader, and supervisor to ensure work is accomplished and quality care is delivered

Support team members and leaders in a way that celebrates and encourages hard work and success

Ensure that all nursing personnel are following their respective job descriptions

Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc.

Help determine staffing needs

Provide direct nursing care as necessary

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of one-year experience in nursing service administration required

Current and valid license as a Registered Nurse in the state of New York required

Education or experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing is preferred

Must be able to demonstrate age-specific knowledge of developmental factors for adult and geriatric residents

Demonstrate effective communication skills, problem-solving, and conflict resolution

Must be flexible, punctual, professional, and reliable

Strong customer service skills and compassion

BENEFITS:

Weekly Paychecks

Health, Dental, Life Insurance

Referral Bonus up to $500/referral

Retirement/401k

Clinically Complex Positions

Full-time