Assistant Director of Nursing (LPN)

Schedule: Mon-Fri (2p-10p)

• Rotation on call required
• Some weekends required

Position Summary:

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) plays a critical role in supporting the Director of Nursing (DON) in ensuring the delivery of high-quality care at our facility. This position is responsible for administrative oversight, managing day-to-day nursing operations, and supporting staff and patients through effective leadership and coordination. The ADON ensures compliance with all regulatory standards, maintains efficient workflows, and fosters a compassionate and professional environment for both patients and staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• • Develop and maintain staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage
  • Address staffing issues such as call-offs and shift adjustments
  • Support nursing staff through guidance, training, and development.
  • Provide direct patient care, including obtaining medical histories, vital signs, and conducting detox assessments (CIWA, CIWA-B, COWS).
  • Administer scheduled and PRN medications
  • Accurately complete a narcotic medication count
  • Educate patients on medication protocols
  • Document assessments and nursing notes in EMR.
  • Communicate with medical staff and implement physician orders.
  • Maintain a safe, sanitary environment and supervise daily nursing operations.
  • Maintain accurate documentation for patient care, staff performance, and operational needs.
  • Apply infection control techniques and manage shift reports.
  • Utilize EMR effectively and analyze data to solve problems.
  • Implementing verbal physician orders and authenticating in writing, within a reasonable time, and include in the patient record 
  • Accurately report pertinent information during shift report
  • Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and standards
  • Rotation on call required
  • Some weekends required
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:  

• Graduate from an NLN approved nursing school
• Licensed to practice as a licensed practical nurse in the State of Florida
• CPR/First Aid Certifications
• 2 years of Management Experience
• 2 years of Substance use treatment experience
• Proficiency in EMR systems
• Strong understanding of HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2
• Considerable knowledge/experience in nursing philosophy, policy, practices, and procedures.

Computer Skills:  Proficiency with Computer Technology and a working knowledge of including but not limited to MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe)

Supervisory Responsibilities:  Yes

Full time Benefits:

· Health Insurance

· Dental

· Vision

· Life Insurance

· Disability

· Critical Illness

· Hospital Indemnity/Accident plan

· Legal plan

Employer Paid Benefits:

· $10,000 life insurance 

· $10,000 Short term Disability

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000