Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) is a supervisory nursing position who works in a correctional setting in which nursing services are required on a 24-hour basis. The ADON supervises and coordinates the activities of nursing personnel in one or more patient care units. The ADON verifies that patients' needs are met and evaluates nursing care and patient care unit performance. They participate in the planning of work for assigned units and coordinate activities with other patient units/departments. The ADON plans and organizes training for staff members and works in partnership with the Director of Nursing (ADON), Health Services Administrator (HSA), and Regional Leadership to fulfill contractual requirements and achieve operational and clinical performance targets.
Benefits Package
- Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Short Term/Long Term Disability
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
- 401K & Plan Matching
- PTO
- Dependent Care
- Flexible Spending Account
- Annual Incentive Bonus
Minimum Requirements / Preferences
- Graduate of an Accredited Nursing School required
- Bachelor or Master’s Degree in nursing preferred
- Licensed to practice nursing in the State
- Board-certified or board-eligible in medicine
- Has training and experience providing services to an adult population
- Specialty certification in correctional healthcare is desired (Certified Correctional Health Professional: CCHP, Certified Correctional Health Professional Nurse: CCHP-RN)
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting, with correctional healthcare experience is preferred
- Previous clinical operations management experience is preferred
- Previous direct management experience within a correctional health setting is desired
- Knowledge of accreditation standards (NCCHC, ACA & state-specific), as well as experience with quality improvement programs and clinical auditing, is preferred
Qualifications
- Specialty certification in correctional healthcare is desired (Certified Correctional Health Professional: CCHP, Certified Correctional Health Professional Nurse: CCHP-RN)
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting, with correctional healthcare experience is preferred
- Previous clinical operations management experience is preferred
- Previous direct management experience within a correctional health setting is desired
- Knowledge of accreditation standards (NCCHC, ACA & state-specific), as well as experience with quality improvement programs and clinical auditing, is preferred
Skills
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Experience with quality improvement programs and clinical auditing
- Knowledge of accreditation standards (NCCHC, ACA & state-specific)
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plan, and more
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Work in a supportive and collaborative environment
Pay
Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
Schedule
Full-time, Mon-Fri 40 hr/week possible on call coverage