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Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)/ Infection Preventionist (ICP)
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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.
$102,355 / year median in New Jersey
+18% projected growth
Job Description
AristaCare at Cherry Hill is hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) / Infection Preventionist to join our nursing leadership team. Our 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Cherry Hill, NJ provides post-hospital rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory care, along with specialty programs in respiratory care, cardiac and orthopedic rehab, and wound management. The ADON / Infection Preventionist plays a central role in the clinical operation of the building, and we're looking for someone ready to step into that role and own it. This Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) / Infection Preventionist position requires prior experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) / long-term care setting — candidates without nursing home experience will not be considered. If you're an experienced ADON, or a Nursing Supervisor ready to move up into an ADON / Infection Preventionist role, we want to hear from you. What You'll Do Support the Director of Nursing (DON) in the day-to-day management of the nursing department Lead the facility's infection prevention and control program as the designated Infection Preventionist (IP) Monitor, track, and report infection control data and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements Educate and support nursing staff on infection prevention practices and clinical standards Participate in quality assurance and clinical oversight alongside the nursing leadership team Qualifications Registered Nurse (RN) with an active license in the state of New Jersey — required Infection Preventionist (IP) certification, or willingness to obtain IP certification — required Minimum 2 years of experience as an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) or Nursing Supervisor in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) / long-term care (LTC) setting — required What We Offer A leadership role with real ownership of the infection prevention program A supportive administration with a hands-on, open-door approach The stability of a facility that's part of the AristaCare family of skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers Ready to take the next step in your nursing leadership career? Apply today to join AristaCare at Cherry Hill as our Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) / Infection Preventionist. IND456