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Assistant DON (ADON) - RN

Care Initiatives
Waterloo, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/18/2026
Ravenwood Specialty Care, a 100-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Waterloo, IA, is now hiring!

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Ravenwood Specialty Care – Waterloo, Iowa

Are you a compassionate, motivated Registered Nurse (RN) leader looking to make a meaningful impact? Ravenwood Specialty Care, part of Care Initiatives, is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while making a real difference in the lives of residents and their families.

With more than 40 skilled nursing communities across Iowa, Care Initiatives is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support at every stage of the healthcare journey. At Ravenwood, you’ll be supported by a collaborative team that values integrity, growth, and resident-centered care.

Why RNs Choose Care Initiatives

  • Competitive Compensation – We offer highly competitive wages for RN leaders.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package – Eligible team members enjoy affordable medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, PTO, and more.
  • Referral Bonus Program – Earn extra income by referring friends to join our team.
  • Dayforce Wallet – Access your pay as you earn it—no more waiting for payday.

What You’ll Do as an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

  • Assist the Director of Nursing (DON) in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department while gaining valuable leadership experience.
  • Conduct regular rounds to monitor care delivery, identify opportunities for improvement, and support the implementation of solutions.
  • Support and enforce policies while coaching and developing nursing team members.
  • Manage administrative and operational functions to promote efficiency and quality outcomes.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation with other members of the leadership team.

What It Takes to Join Our Team

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Iowa (or ability to activate).
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations preferred.
  • A strong desire to learn, grow, and advance within a supportive organization.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re looking for a rewarding leadership role where your skills, compassion, and dedication truly matter, we encourage you to apply today. Join Ravenwood Specialty Care and grow your nursing leadership career with Care Initiatives.

Apply now and take the next step in your career journey!

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Care Initiatives is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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