What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) position at Spring Grove Recovery?
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
Spring Grove Recovery
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 4:00 pm - 12:00 am
Salary: $95,000 – $110,000 Annually
Benefits: 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Time Off (PTO)
Position Overview
Spring Grove Recovery is seeking an experienced and compassionate Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support nursing operations at our residential substance use disorder treatment facility. The ADON will assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing patient care, supporting nursing staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining high standards of patient safety and quality care.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing daily nursing operations and supervising nursing staff.
- Provide direct patient care and cover nursing shifts when needed due to call-offs or staffing shortages.
- Administer medications and ensure proper medication storage, handling, and documentation.
- Assess patient conditions, monitor vital signs, and identify changes requiring medical intervention.
- Coordinate laboratory orders, review results, and communicate findings to physicians and nurse practitioners.
- Receive, verify, and manage pharmacy orders and medication inventory.
- Support safe detoxification and withdrawal management through appropriate patient monitoring and clinical assessments.
- Ensure nursing documentation, medication administration records, and patient charts are accurate and completed timely.
- Monitor compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and patient safety standards.
- Assist with nursing staff scheduling, training, onboarding, and performance management.
- Respond to medical emergencies, patient incidents, and other urgent clinical situations.
- Collaborate with medical providers, clinical leadership, and other departments to coordinate patient care.
- Assist with quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and corrective action plans.
- Promote a professional, accountable, and patient-centered nursing environment.
Qualifications
- Active, unrestricted Colorado RN license required.
- Previous nursing leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
- Experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, or detoxification preferred.
- Knowledge of medication administration, withdrawal management, and nursing regulations.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and clinical decision-making skills.
- Ability to provide hands-on patient care and respond effectively to changing facility needs.
Join Our Team
At Spring Grove Recovery, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to individuals overcoming substance use disorders. We are looking for a hands-on nursing leader who is committed to patient safety, staff development, and clinical excellence.
Apply today and make a difference at Spring Grove Recovery!
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Salary : $95,000 - $110,000