Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

**ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING**

ADON

*Registered Nurse*

The primary purpose of the Assistant Director of Nursing is to assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator, the Medical Director, and/or the Director of Nursing, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

The ideal candidate for this position has proven experience in a nursing leadership role, outstanding organizational skills, and in-depth knowledge of healthcare industry policies.

Essential Functions:

• The Assistant Director of Nursing will define and implement the objectives, policies and standards for the nursing care of the residents in accordance with facility policy and regulatory agency expectations.
• The ADON will assist the Director of Nursing with providing day to day execution and supervision of resident care procedures and taking corrective action as necessary.
• ADON will be involved in establishing care plans for each resident, assessing needs and goals.
• Including conducting or participating in resident care conferences and providing follow-up on consultant recommendations per the direction of the Director of Nursing.
• Assisting with the review of nurses’ notes to determine if the care plan is being followed and also includes ascertaining that nursing completes all necessary reports, charting and assessments as required by their position.
• ADON will participate in surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies and take a leadership role.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse with a current Indiana or compact license in good standing.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state policies and regulations in the healthcare industry.
• Aptitude for problem-solving.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

We reward our professionals for their hard work and dedication with a comprehensive benefit and incentives program including enhanced generous paid time off, medical, dental, life insurance and much more. We provide competitive pay, and a multitude of opportunities for career advancement, and personal growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or reference this information, or any information relating to any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.