Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (Registered Nurse/RN)

Position Summary

The RN – Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing (DON) in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Nursing Services department to ensure the highest degree of quality patient care in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• ASN or BSN from an accredited college or university
• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the applicable state; must maintain the license throughout employment
• Two (2) years of geriatric nursing experience preferred, preferably in post‑acute care
• CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment

Specific Job Requirements

• Maintain liaison with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Expert knowledge in field of practice
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post‑acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the department’s programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas, including nursing care, supervisory responsibilities, infection control, patient rights, safety, and sanitation
• Maintain professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures
• Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completing mandatory compliance training

Essential Functions

• Assist the DON in planning, developing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the Nursing Services department
• Interview, select, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise nursing staff
• Assist with overseeing care provided by nursing staff
• Oversee infection control responsibilities
• Assume the duties of the DON in his or her absence
• Provide direct nursing care as necessary
• Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Perform physical tasks: sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays