Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

About the role

Welcome to Green Acres Healthcare, where teamwork, compassion, and leadership come together to make a difference every day! We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced RN to guide and support our nursing team as our Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), providing the highest-quality care to our residents. At Green Acres, we believe great leadership starts with heart. Our ideal candidate is a strong clinical leader who thrives on mentoring others, supporting staff growth, and ensuring a culture of excellence and compassion. If you’re ready to step into a rewarding leadership role with a team that values your voice and your vision — we’d love to meet you!

Responsibilities

• Ensure residents’ nursing and medical needs are consistently met by overseeing daily clinical operations and supporting the nursing team in delivering safe, high-quality, and compassionate care.
• Coordinate and manage the Infection Control Program, including monitoring infection trends, implementing prevention measures, conducting staff education, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
• Provide ongoing staff education and training, developing and delivering in-services to enhance clinical skills, ensure compliance with facility policies, and promote best practices in resident care.
• Assist with regulatory compliance and quality assurance, ensuring all nursing practices align with state, federal, and facility guidelines while fostering accountability and teamwork among staff.
• Coordinate and direct the planning and delivery of nursing services, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration between departments to achieve the highest standards of resident outcomes.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of nursing theory and practice, applying sound clinical judgment and evidence-based care in all aspects of nursing leadership.
• Oversee documentation and medical record management, ensuring all resident assessments, treatments, and care plans are completed accurately, timely, and in compliance with regulations.
• Participate in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new nursing staff, ensuring new team members receive thorough orientation and are supported for success.
• Manage and monitor daily staffing levels, making adjustments as needed to ensure appropriate coverage, balance workloads, and maintain quality resident care.
• Foster a positive and flexible work environment, maintaining adaptability in your schedule to meet the evolving needs of residents, staff, and the facility.
• Collaborate closely with the Director of Nursing to identify areas for improvement, support team development, and promote a culture of compassion, accountability, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Active RN license.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Long-Term Care.
• 2 years of management experience preferred.
• 1 year of staff education experience preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to supervise, motivate, and mentor team members.