Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the Director of Nursing in leading our nursing department. The ADON plays a key leadership role in ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care, maintaining regulatory compliance, and promoting clinical excellence within our facility.

This position is ideal for a strong clinical leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional resident care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing and managing daily nursing operations

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations

• Promote and maintain the highest standards of resident-centered care

• Support infection control oversight and regulatory readiness

• Plan, organize, and conduct staff training programs and clinical in-services

• Maintain effective communication across all levels of nursing staff

• Ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet resident care needs

• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives

• Oversee staff competency evaluations and implement corrective action plans when necessary

Qualifications

Required:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Jersey

Preferred:

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible nursing experience in a clinical setting

• Three (3) years of supervisory experience in a long-term care or sub-acute setting

• PCC certification