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Assistant Director of Nursing
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An Assistant Director of Nursing manages and supervises all nursing staff at a hospital or long term care facility. Manages communications with physicians, manages budgets and expenses, and assists other administrators with managing operations. Monitors staff schedules and the quality of nursing care at the facility. Maintains professional license or certification requirements.
$85,110 / year median in Kansas
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Assistant Director of Nursing Longterm Healthcare Overland Park, KS Job Details Full-time $70,000 - $90,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Nursing policy compliance Clinical staff performance evaluation Managed Registered Nurses (RNs) Nursing department supervision Nursing RN License Quality of care (regulatory compliance area) Staff scheduling Regulatory compliance Nursing team management Team scheduling Mid-level Nursing procedure compliance Clinical audit and monitoring Team development Clinical staff mentoring Leadership Clinical staff scheduling Managing care facility teams Quality resident care Staff development Implementing nursing quality improvement initiatives Full Job Description Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and compassionate Registered Nurse leader to join our team as an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) . This is a great opportunity for an RN who enjoys leadership, clinical care, staff development, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents. The ADON will work closely with the Director of Nursing and nursing leadership team to ensure high-quality resident care, strong clinical outcomes, regulatory compliance, and excellent staff performance. Experienced RN Supervisors, Nurse Managers, Unit Managers, and Clinical Supervisors are encouraged to apply. Why Join Our Team? Competitive salary based on experience Supportive and collaborative leadership team Strong opportunity for career advancement Professional and respectful work environment Opportunity to make a direct impact on resident care Paid time off and benefits for eligible employees Leadership support from an experienced interdisciplinary team Opportunity to grow into a DON role Position Summary The Assistant Director of Nursing supports the Director of Nursing in overseeing the nursing department and ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate, and high-quality care. The ADON will provide hands-on clinical leadership, assist with staffing and scheduling, support nursing staff, monitor clinical performance, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and help maintain compliance with applicable regulations and facility policies. The ideal candidate is a strong clinical nurse leader who leads by example, communicates well, holds staff accountable, and knows how to build a positive nursing culture. Key Responsibilities Assist the Director of Nursing with daily nursing department operations Provide clinical leadership and support to RNs, LPNs/LVNs, and CNAs