Job Details

Job Family/Functional Area:

Job Title:

Nursing

Assistant Director, Nursing

Alternative/Previous Job Title(s):

ADON, Assistant Nursing Director, Assistant Director of Nursing

Reports To (Position):

Director of Nursing

Treatment Setting:

Inpatient Residential Treatment Facility with or without Detoxification Unit; may support PHP and IOP settings as applicable

Facility/Program:

Bradford Health Services Residential and Outpatient Programs

Role Type: Onsite, Remote, Hybrid

Onsite

FLSA Status:

Employment Status (FT/PT/PRN):

Date Created/Revised:

Exempt

Full-Time

March 2, 2026 (revised)

Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) supports the Director of Nursing in overseeing nursing operations within inpatient residential treatment facilities, including programs with detoxification services and, as applicable, PHP and IOP settings. The ADON assists in ensuring high standards of patient care, regulatory compliance, staff supervision, and operational efficiency across nursing services.

This role provides leadership to nursing staff, supports policy implementation, assists with performance improvement initiatives, and ensures adherence to state Nurse Practice Acts, federal regulations, and accreditation standards. The ADON functions as a key member of the nursing leadership team and may assume responsibility in the absence of the Director of Nursing.

Required Hiring Criteria (minimum qualifications)

• Current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment, in good standing with the applicable state Board of Nursing
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program;
• Ability to pass background screening, drug screening, and credential verificationin accordance withregulatory requirements
• Demonstrated knowledge of state Nurse Practice Acts, medication management standards, and healthcare compliance requirements

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience in nursing management within residential or inpatient behavioral health settings
• Experience with Joint Commission, CARF, orlicensingother accreditation surveys

• Bachelor's orMaster's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field
• Experience in policy development,performanceimprovement, and staff education
• Experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, detoxification services, or related healthcare setting

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing daily nursing operations and ensuring quality patient care
• Provide direct supervision and support to Charge Nurses, House Supervisors, and nursing staff, UNIT Clerks and BHT MAT Coordinator
• Monitor compliance with clinical standards, medication administration protocols, detoxification procedures, and documentation requirements
• Support staffing plans, scheduling coordination, andappropriate coveragebased on patient acuity
• Participate in recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluation processes for nursing staff
• Assistin development, review, and implementation of nursing policies and procedures
• Ensureaccurateand compliant controlled substance management and medication reconciliation processes
• Participatein,performance improvement initiatives, and incident review processes
• Monitor adherence to infection control, OSHA, and safety standards
• Serve as clinical leader in the absence of the Director of Nursing
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to promote continuity of care
• Support regulatory survey readiness and accreditation compliance
• Other duties as assigned by the facility CEO or Director of Nursing

Supervisory Responsibilities (If Applicable)

This position has direct supervisory responsibilities.

• Direct Reports-House Supervisors,RN/LPN/LVN staff,BHTsand other assigned nursing personnel

• Level of Authority-Provides departmental-level oversight under the direction of the Director of Nursing
• Hiring-Participatesin interviewing and selection processes
• Disciplinary Action -Provides documented recommendations andparticipatesin corrective action processes
• Performance Evaluation Oversight - Conducts or contributes to performance evaluations
• Scheduling-Oversees orassistswith nursing schedule development and staffing coordination

• Budgetary or Fiscal Responsibility (if applicable)-Assists with monitoring staffing budgets and supply management as delegated

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Physical Activities - Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and computer documentation
• Weight/Lifting Requirements - Ability to lift and/orassistwith up to 50 pounds
• Visual/Auditory/Dexterity demands - Ability to assess patient condition, read medication labels and documentation, and communicate clearly
• Environmental Factors - Clinical/residential treatment setting; potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens; PPErequiredas applicable
• Setting - Inpatient residentialand outpatient/PHPtreatment facility with or without detoxification services
• Schedule expectations -Primarily business hours; may require evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call responsibilities as needed
• Travel Requirements (percentage or frequency) if applicable - Minimal; occasional travel between facilities ifrequired

Competencies/Behavioral Expectations

• Communication-Demonstratesclear, decisive, and professional communication during routine and crisis situations
• Leadership -Provides confident and effective shift-based leadership
• Professionalism-Maintainsprofessional boundaries and organizational standards,MaintainsRN licensure and adheres to ethical nursing standards
• Customer Service-Provides respectful, responsive, and patient-centered service,Promotes a patient-centered, trauma-informed approach to care
• Accountability-Demonstratesreliability, accuracy, and attention to detail in documentation and coordination tasks,Ensures compliance with clinical standards and regulatory requirements
• Teamwork-Leads and collaborates effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• EthicalConduct -Adheres to all Bradford Health Services policies, professional nursing standards, and applicable state regulations

Compliance and Regulatory Responsibilities

• Complies withHIPAA, OSHA, DEA requirements, state Nurse Practice Acts, and applicable licensing and accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CARF as applicable)
• Ensuresaccurate,timely, and complete documentationin accordance withorganizational policy and regulatory standards
• Maintains active and unrestricted RN licensure and reports any status changesimmediately
• Completes mandatory training, competency validation, and continuing education requirements
• Supports facility readiness for regulatory surveys and accreditation reviews

Disclaimer Language

• Duties may change as business needsevolve
• This Job Description does not constitute an employment contract
• Employment is at-willwherepermittedby applicable state law

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