Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid PA nursing license and BSN required.
Minimum of three years nursing experience, preferably in pediatrics.
Proven leadership and educational experience in nursing.
BLS certification required; PALS or ENPC preferred.
Experience in performance improvement and infection control processes.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to remain calm and react quickly in emergencies.
Responsibilities
Support the Director of Nursing in daily clinical operations.
Monitor and hold staff accountable for clinical skills and compliance.
Facilitate communication with the Director regarding issues and improvements.
Assist in conducting regular staff meetings and education sessions.
Supervise staff competencies and provide real-time feedback.
Execute nursing audits and recommend improvements based on findings.
Collaborate with HR on recruitment and monitor new employee training.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Engagement in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
Full Job Description
Overview
Registered Nurse (RN) licensure is required. Position Overview
The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) is responsible for supporting the Director of Nursing in the daily clinical operations of the facility while promoting excellence in resident care and nursing practice. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Organizing, developing, coordinating, and leading the facility's clinical education and staff development programs.
Supporting the Director of Nursing in overseeing day-to-day nursing operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality resident care.
Assisting with the facility's Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program, including audits, monitoring outcomes, and implementing performance improvement initiatives.
Promoting regulatory compliance with all federal, state, and organizational standards.
Coaching, mentoring, and developing nursing staff to support clinical excellence and professional growth.
Collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to ensure positive resident outcomes and continuity of care.
Assisting with infection prevention, policy implementation, competency validation, and ongoing clinical education initiatives.
Serving as a clinical resource and leadership presence for staff, residents, and families while fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
Responsibilities
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON - RN):
Clinical leader supporting the Director of Nursing daily oversight of clinical care
Monitor staff clinical skills and hold staff accountable to given rules & regulations of the facility
Communicate consistently with Director of Nursing to discuss current issues, recommendations for improvement and updates on ongoing issues
Assist Director of Nursing with regular staff meetings
Supervise/ assess staff competencies and give real time feedback to employees
Provide staff education, facilitate continuing education and yearly educational requirements
Execute and analyze nursing audits and make recommendations for improvement
Verify that staff are following individual plans of care and ISP's for each resident
Complete risk assessments and investigate any unusual occurrences or clinical incidents
Prepare schedules for the facility
Work in collaboration with HR in the recruitment of new staff
Monitor new employee (s) education throughout their 90 day evaluation period
Address any complaints made by family members or members of the care team
Responsible for notification to DHS if child abuse suspected in accordance with Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) policies when Director of Nursing not available
Remain knowledgeable of PA code chapters 3800 and 6400 regulating group homes and residential facilities
Qualifications
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON - RN):
Registered nurse (RN) with a valid PA nursing license, BSN required
Proven work experience as a nursing leader and educator
Minimum of three years ' nursing experience, pediatrics preferred
BLS required, PALS or ENPC preferred
Experience with performance improvement, infection control and regulatory processes
Knowledge of chronic or acutely ill pediatric patient population and their cognitive and developmental needs
Team management skills
Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
Well-developed verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Recognized as a mature leader with the ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations
This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.
