Assistant Director of Nursing

About the role

Beaver Dam Health Care Center, a skilled nursing home facility, is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our tight-knit family of caregivers. The ADON assists the Director of Nursing in managing and coordinating nursing care services, supports the nursing team, ensures high standards of resident care, maintains regulatory compliance, and fosters a positive and efficient working environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the DON in planning, organizing, and directing nursing operations
• Oversee daily nursing activities and supervise nursing staff, ensuring appropriate coverage and skill mix
• Monitor the quality of care delivered to residents; support care plan development and implementation
• Assist in the orientation, training, evaluation, and ongoing education of nursing staff
• Ensure nursing services comply with federal, state, and local regulations and facility policies
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives
• Assist with the development and monitoring of infection prevention and control protocols
• Help investigate incidents, accidents, or complaints; contribute to corrective actions
• Provide direct nursing care in emergency or staffing shortage situations
• Maintain effective communication with residents, families, staff, and other departments
• Assist the immediate supervisor with various administrative tasks to support department operations as directed
• Carry out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Wisconsin
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN preferred)
• Minimum 2-3 years of nursing experience, with at least 1 year in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility
• Leadership experience preferred

Skills

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Excellent clinical and critical thinking abilities
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations and practices
• Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision offerings
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Great Work Environment
• 401k matched at 10%
• Paid Holidays

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, move, or assist residents as needed
• Capable of standing or walking for long periods
• Must be able to respond to emergencies quickly

Schedule

May be required to work rotating shifts, holidays, weekends, additional hours, and in different positions as the facility's needs require.