Assistant Director of Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

SHIFT: Full-Time, Days

ANNUAL SALARY: $90,760 - $97,760 (depending on experience)

SIGN-ON BONUS: Up to $7,500

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The ADON is responsible for monitoring nursing staff, nursing activities, and patient care, as well as ensuring nursing activities comply with federal, state, and local standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Director of Nursing in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the day-to-day functions of the nursing department, following current rules, regulations, and guidelines
• Participate in developing, maintaining, and updating our written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the department
• Act as a team member, team leader, and supervisor to ensure work is accomplished and quality care is delivered
• Support team members and leaders in a way that celebrates and encourages hard work and success
• Ensure that all nursing personnel are following their respective job descriptions
• Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc.
• Help determine staffing needs
• Provide direct nursing care as necessary

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of one-year experience in nursing service administration required
• Current and valid license as a Registered Nurse in the state of New York required
• Education or experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing is preferred
• Must be able to demonstrate age-specific knowledge of developmental factors for adult and geriatric residents
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, problem-solving, and conflict resolution
• Must be flexible, punctual, professional, and reliable
• Strong customer service skills and compassion

BENEFITS:

• Weekly Paychecks
• Health, Dental, Life Insurance
• Referral Bonus up to $500/referral
• Retirement/401k
• Clinically Complex Positions