Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Richmond, VA 23227

Posted:

08/04/2026

Deadline:

Open until filled

Employment:

Full-time, Exempt Pay:

$82,730.00 - $110,315.00 per

Year Department:

Nursing Experience:

Senior Apply Full time schedule Full Time 8:00am -5:00pm Job Description Assists the Director of Nursing in managing nursing services, oversees the clinical operation of Nursing Service, and supervise the Nursing Supervisors. Directs Nursing Services in the absence of the Director of Nursing.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a diploma or degree. Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Virginia. CPR/AED certification required. 5+ years of licensed nursing experience. Minimum of three years supervisory experience preferred. Job Duties Assists the Director of Nursing in all areas of Nursing Services management. Assumes the role of Acting Director of Nursing in the absence of the Director of Nursing. Responsible for oversight of the clinical operations throughout the designated areas of the community, including daily rounds for supervision of service resident status, environment, and safety issues. Responsible for reviewing, developing, and revising policies and procedures. Responsible for assisting in the evaluation of nursing practice for all nursing team members to determine that all operating policies and procedures are being followed and comply with state and federal regulations. Maintains open communication with team members, residents, families, volunteers, and others throughout the community. Provide supervision and oversight to assigned team members. Participates in the Quality Assurance and Process Improvement program (QAPI). Assists Director of Nursing by attending various meetings throughout the community conducts interviews, counsels clinical team members, and reviews medical information of applicants for Health Services. Acts as liaison between Nursing and other departments. Works with appropriate team members to plan wellness programing and work with outside students and agencies. Assists Director of Nursing with budgetary controls and inventory process. Assumes responsibility of Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, and Clinical Leader's duties in their absence. Attends mandatory in-services and completes Relias/Learning in-services as assigned. All other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Advanced in-depth and practical knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within nursing. Has in-depth conceptual and practical experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills required. Acquired specialized knowledge of disease processes and treatments. Able to read, write and communicate using the English language. Able to see, hear, and smell with or without assistive devices. SUPERVISION and Decision Making

EXERCISED

Little to no supervision - works independently, using strong independent judgement and receives little to no guidance. Decision-making is typically difficult. Although most of the alternatives are no covered by standard operating procedures, the alternatives have comparable values. Since a high degree of interpretation and judgement are required to choose among them, the incumbent usually experiences a high degree of discretion when making decisions. Ability to assess, develop, and carry out resident plan, if necessary, and primarily provide leadership and guidance to team members. Problem solving is typically complex in nature and utilized when needed. Ability to use senior level expertise to resolve issues. Will provide guidance to lower-level nurses and Nursing Supervisor. Ability to handle every type of resident problem and scenario.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

May include frequent lifting (up to 50lbs). Extensive walking, bending, stooping, standing. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks. Ability to work inside and outside to effectively make rounds daily throughout the facility and to respond to problems and emergencies. Universal staffing, holiday, inclement weather, and a flexible work schedule are required in health services to meet the needs of the job. Exposure to the sights sounds and smells of a typical health care environment including persons with dementia. INDD Benefits Double Time when working designated holidays Holiday Pay — for non-exempt team members PTO with a Cash Out option available 8 Federal Holidays, including Martin Luther King Day and Juneteenth One Paid Personal Day per year Free parking available 6% Retirement Matching 403(b) PayActiv - Cash advance on your paycheck available Employee Assistance Program - LifeSolutions EAP Full Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options are available for individuals or families Zero cost to team members: $50,000 term life insurance policy Short-term Disability Insurance available Immunizations available Tuition Assistance Program available Team Member referral bonus available

EVEN MORE BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Depending on location. Company Description A Top Richmond Workplace Winner for the 7th Year in a row! At Hermitage Richmond our team members are dedicated to creating a community where age does not define the person. Our mission of Enriching Life's Journey guides our team in delivering service that focus on autonomy and self-direction, whether that is done in our residents' apartments, assisted living, memory support or nursing residences. Our values of Culture, Stewardship, Partnership, Diversity, Hospitality and Quality form a framework for everything we do. If you possess strong professional skills and a desire to serve others by promoting person centered services in a team environment, we invite you to continue with this job application. Vaccination Requirement Employees hired for this position will be required to follow Pinnacle Living's company-wide policies of being or becoming fully vaccinated against the annual flu, each subject to potential accommodation for medical reasons or religious beliefs.