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Assistant Director of Nursing, ADON

Azria Health · Des Moines, IA · 3 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) - RN Lead with Purpose. Make an Impact. Grow Your Career with Azria Health. At Azria Health, we believe exceptional resident care starts with an exceptional team. Our mission is simple: Happy Team Members create Happy Residents. We're proud of our reputation for compassionate care, strong leadership, and a workplace where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to grow. If you're an experienced RN leader who is passionate about mentoring staff, improving outcomes, and making a difference in the lives of seniors, we'd love to meet you. Why Join Azria Health? Competitive Compensation Health Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Holiday Pay 401(k) Retirement Plan Professional Growth & Advancement Opportunities Supportive Leadership Team Positive, Team-Oriented Work Environment Opportunity to Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated and results-driven Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the Director of Nursing in leading our nursing department and ensuring the highest standards of resident care. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about developing staff, maintaining regulatory excellence, and delivering outstanding clinical outcomes. As the ADON, you will play a key leadership role in planning, organizing, and directing nursing operations while helping foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and resident-centered care. What You'll Do Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing daily nursing operationsSupport, mentor, and supervise nursing staff across all shiftsPromote a positive team culture through leadership and exampleEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local regulationsCollaborate with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to meet resident needsAssist with surveys, audits, state reporting, and plans of correctionHelp implement departmental goals, policies, and quality improvement initiativesMonitor and maintain high standards of clinical care and resident satisfactionParticipate in staff development, education, and performance management Qualifications Required Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standingMinimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing settingMinimum 2 years of nurse management experienceStrong leadership, communication, and organizational skillsKnowledge of long-term care regulations, compliance requirements, and survey processesExperience with state reporting and plans of correctionAbility to lead, coach, and inspire nursing teams Preferred Proven success in improving quality measures and clinical outcomesExperience working closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams What Makes You Successful You are: A confident and compassionate leaderA strong communicator and team builderResident-focused and service-drivenOrganized, proactive, and solution-orientedCommitted to excellence, integrity, and accountability Join a Team That Values You At Azria Health, we're investing in the future of healthcare by investing in our people. If you're ready to advance your nursing leadership career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and families, apply today. Job Type: Full-Time License Required: Active RN License

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