ADON - Assistant Director of Nursing

Job description

Salary $84,240 - $123,357 / annual salary Overview: Elderwood is seeking a clinical leader for the important role of Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON - RN). The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills and an ability to foster teamwork. Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) Position Overview: - The ADON (RN) leads, supports, and ensures the health and well-being of our residents by assisting the DON with overall staffing, staff training and development, and management of personnel in the Nursing department. - The ADON (RN) shall assess residents, perform audit measures and follow state, local and federal regulations and best practices within his or her scope of practice. - This individual also serves as Infection Control Preventionist. - Assists the DON in directing and developing nursing activities and staff on all levels according to healthcare facility procedures and assures delivery of quality nursing services in a medical facility. - Develops, implements, communicates, and interprets nursing policies and procedures that adhere to the State Board of Nursing and State Nurse Practice Act requirements, facility philosophy, and operational policies while maintaining compl...