Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree preferred
2-5 years of supervisory nursing experience in long-term care
Valid NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license
Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations
Experience in infection prevention and quality improvement
Proficiency in electronic medical records and communication systems
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
Assist the Director of Nursing in managing nursing operations
Supervise nursing staff and ensure compliance with policies
Assume Director of Nursing duties in their absence
Direct implementation of resident care policies
Lead infection prevention and control programs
Coordinate pharmacy services and participate in management activities
Address concerns and assist with conflict resolution
Monitor quality indicators and contribute to performance improvement initiatives
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Retirement Saving Options
Full Job Description
Assistant Director of Nursing- RN (ADON) Salaried: $104,000- $115,000 annually (depending on experience) Equivalent Hourly: $50- $55.29 Shift: Full-Time Sign-on Bonus: Up to $10,000!!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating nursing department operations
Supervise nurse leaders, managers, supervisors, licensed nurses, and nursing support staff
Ensure adherence to departmental policies, procedures, and the facility master staffing plan
Assume the responsibilities of the Director of Nursing in their absence
Direct and monitor implementation of resident care policies and nursing standards
Coordinate pharmacy services and participate in MDS and CMI management activities
Lead or assist with infection prevention and control programs, surveillance, reporting, and education
Serve as Workers' Compensation Coordinator as applicable to facility operations
Address family, visitor, and staff concerns and assist with conflict resolution
Issue preliminary disciplinary actions and support employee performance management efforts
Participate in resident care plan meetings, clinical rounds, and interdisciplinary meetings
Ensure compliance with infection control practices, isolation precautions, and safety standards
Participate in survey readiness activities and support state and federal surveys
Contribute to Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives, including antibiotic stewardship programs
Prepare reports, monitor quality indicators, and assist with performance improvement projects
Personally greet new admissions on the next business day following admission
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or Administrator
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum education requirement: Associate's Degree in Nursing; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
Minimum experience requirement: 2 years of experience in a supervisory nursing position in a long-term care setting; 3 to 5 years of experience in a supervisory nursing position in a long-term care setting preferred
Valid NYS Registered Nurse (RN)
Strong knowledge of state, federal, and local long-term care regulations
Experience with infection prevention, quality improvement, survey readiness, and nursing operations
Proficiency with electronic medical records, computer applications, and electronic communication systems
Excellent leadership, mentoring, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to promote a positive, productive, and resident-centered work environment
Ability to effectively communicate with residents, families, staff, physicians, regulatory agencies, and external partners
