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Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – RN/LPN
Leading Clinical Excellence Through Compassion, Compliance, and Quality Care At Crystal Heights Care Center, we are redefining long-term care by creating an environment where residents receive exceptional care and team members are empowered to thrive. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support our nursing leadership team, drive clinical excellence, and ensure the highest standards of resident care and regulatory compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for an RN or LPN with leadership experience who is passionate about mentoring staff, improving clinical outcomes, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of residents.
Position Details
- Full-Time Position
- Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts
- Participation in on-call weekend rotation required
- Starting Salary: $85,000 annually
- Compensation negotiable based on experience and qualifications
About the Role
The Assistant Director of Nursing partners with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily clinical operations, ensure compliance with facility policies and state and federal regulations, and promote high-quality resident-centered care. This role provides leadership, support, and accountability for nursing staff while helping maintain survey readiness and positive clinical outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Nursing with the management and oversight of daily nursing operations
- Provide leadership, coaching, and support to nursing staff to promote quality care and professional growth
- Conduct routine clinical audits including medication administration records, treatment documentation, physician orders, care plans, staffing records, and resident charts
- Monitor documentation practices to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance
- Ensure ongoing compliance with facility policies, CMS guidelines, state regulations, and federal requirements
- Assist with survey preparation, survey response activities, and implementation of corrective action plans
- Participate in Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives and quality improvement projects
- Analyze clinical trends, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop action plans to improve outcomes
- Support infection prevention and control programs and monitor compliance with infection control standards
- Review incidents, accidents, and resident concerns to identify trends and implement preventive measures
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive and individualized resident care planning
- Assist with staffing coordination, employee development, orientation, and ongoing education programs
- Respond to resident, family, and staff concerns in a professional and timely manner
- Maintain a culture focused on resident dignity, safety, quality, and customer service
- Participate in facility on-call rotation and provide leadership support as needed
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Iowa
- Previous healthcare leadership experience strongly preferred
- Long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred
- Knowledge of CMS regulations, state survey processes, and long-term care regulatory requirements
- Experience with clinical auditing, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives preferred
- Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care
Join Our Team
If you are a motivated nurse leader who is passionate about quality care, regulatory excellence, staff development, and resident advocacy, we invite you to apply. At Crystal Heights Care Center, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping shape the future of long-term care. Apply today and help us continue raising the standard of care.
Pay: From $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person