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Assistant Director of Nursing ( ADON )

NHS Management, LLC · Madison, AL · 6 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
JOB DETAILS Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – RN Valley View Health and Rehabilitation 🌟 The Good Stuff — At a Glance Position: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Facility: Valley View Health and Rehabilitation Department: Nursing Administration Licensure: Registered Nurse (RN) Setting: Long-Term Care & Rehabilitation Focus: Clinical Leadership Regulatory Compliance Quality Improvement Resident Outcomes Staff Development Benefits: Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance Dental Vision Life Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off Support Excellence. Strengthen Care. Make a Difference. Working at Valley View Health and Rehabilitation means being part of something special: a team that is passionate about making an impact on our residents’ lives each and every day. Unlike the typical hospital setting, our facility offers the unique opportunity to walk alongside residents throughout their recovery and care journey. As you support residents in achieving their goals, regaining independence, and maintaining their quality of life, you have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships and celebrate their successes along the way. Valley View Health and Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced and dedicated Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the Director of Nursing and provide clinical leadership throughout the facility. The ADON plays an important role in maintaining high standards of nursing practice, regulatory compliance, resident safety, staff performance, and quality outcomes. Position Overview The Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing with the management and daily operations of the nursing department. Working closely with the Director of Nursing, nursing leadership, facility staff, residents, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team, the ADON helps ensure that nursing services are delivered in accordance with professional standards, facility policies, and applicable federal and state regulations. The successful candidate will be a visible and supportive clinical leader who can organize nursing services, communicate effectively, identify opportunities for improvement, and help create an environment centered on accountability, teamwork, and exceptional resident care. Key Leadership Responsibilities Assist the Director of Nursing with the management and oversight of the nursing departmentSupport the implementation of facility policies, nursing procedures, and regional standardsAssist in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing nursing servicesMonitor nursing documentation completed by physicians and nursing personnel for accuracy, completeness, and complianceMake daily rounds throughout the facility to direct the work of employees and observe resident care, safety concerns, hazards, and operational issuesEnsure nursing services are delivered consistently with resident needs, care plans, and established standardsFollow up daily on each nursing unit to ensure changes in resident condition are reported, documented, and addressed appropriatelyAssist with Continuous Quality Improvement and Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiativesParticipate in corrective action planning and follow-up activities related to clinical, operational, or regulatory concernsComplete chart audits under the direction of the Director of Nursing and report findings, progress, and recommendations for improvementMonitor clinical documentation, resident status changes, physician orders, and nursing practicesEnsure proper infection prevention and control techniques are consistently followedPromote resident safety, dignity, comfort, and quality of careMaintain effective communication with residents, families, nursing staff, facility leadership, and other departmentsProvide guidance, support, and direction to licensed nurses, CNAs, and other nursing personnelAssist with staff education, orientation, coaching, performance monitoring, and developmentCollaborate with the Director of Nursing and interdisciplinary team to identify and address resident care needsHelp foster a professional nursing culture centered on teamwork, accountability, compassion, and continuous improvement Qualifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing requiredMinimum of three years of nursing experience requiredAt least one year of supervisory or nursing leadership experience requiredExperience in long-term care or working with the geriatric population preferredKnowledge of nursing standards, clinical documentation, infection prevention, and regulatory requirementsStrong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skillsAbility to read reports, review documentation, and accurately utilize clinical and operational dataDemonstrated ability to organize and plan nursing programs and servicesAbility to manage, guide, and support nursing personnel effectivelyAbility to plan and direct nursing services while coordinating with other departmentsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail and follow-throughCommitment to resident-centered care and quality improvement Our Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including: Competitive wagesElite Low Cost Gold Plan Blue Cross Blue Shield Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife Insurance401(k) with company matchPaid HolidaysPaid Vacation Leadership That Makes a Difference The Assistant Director of Nursing has a direct impact on the quality of care residents receive and the environment in which nursing professionals work. At Valley View Health and Rehabilitation, we are looking for a leader who understands that excellent care requires more than completing tasks. It requires presence, communication, sound judgment, accountability, collaboration, and a genuine commitment to residents and staff. If you are an experienced RN ready to support nursing operations, develop teams, strengthen clinical outcomes, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents, we invite you to apply. Join Valley View Health and Rehabilitation and help support the standard of care our residents and families deserve. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. “Our Family Caring For Yours” Job Ref #: 2f95694c-2c4a-42ca-8b15-1c4185b01ed6 Date Posted: 2026-09-05

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