ADON Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Comfort Healthcare Centers; Grove City (Mercer County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Orchard Manor in Grove City, PA is hiring for a dual role of Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) and Infection Preventionist (IP).

You will guide the nursing team, ensure regulatory compliance across PA DOH and CMS, lead infection prevention activities, and support staffing, onboarding, and inspection readiness. This role offers a strong leadership path and direct impact on resident care.

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania RN license in good standing.
• Minimum 2+ years in long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
• At least 1+ year in nursing leadership or supervisory role.
• Knowledge of PA DOH regulations, CMS guidelines, and MDS.
• Willingness to lead infection prevention and QA initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily nursing operations across all shifts.
• Mentor and develop nursing staff at all levels.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with PA DOH and CMS regulations.
• Lead wound care and QA initiatives.
• Drive survey readiness and inspection preparedness.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP).
• Coordinate outbreak response with medical director and public health authorities.
• Maintain NHSN reporting as required by CMS.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Nursing leadership

Infection prevention

Staff mentoring

Education

Active Pennsylvania RN license

Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility

Nursing leadership experience

BSN degree

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) / Infection Preventionist

Orchard Manor | Grove City, PA | Full-Time | In Person

Join Our Team!

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate nursing leader to join our team as Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) and Infection Preventionist (IP) at Orchard Manor in Grove City, PA. As a dual role, you will provide strategic guidance to our nursing team, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead our infection prevention and control program. Your expertise will help us deliver top-quality care to our residents.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid time off

• Leadership role with direct impact on resident care and outcomes

About the Role:

As a seasoned nurse leader, you will be responsible for:

ADON Responsibilities:

• Supporting and overseeing daily nursing operations across all shifts

• Mentoring, coaching, and developing nursing staff at all levels

• Ensuring ongoing compliance with PA DOH and CMS regulations

• Leading wound care and quality assurance (QA) initiatives

• Assisting with staffing, scheduling, and new employee onboarding

• Assisting with DON responsibilities as needed

• Driving survey readiness and supporting inspection preparedness

Infection Preventionist Responsibilities:

• Developing, implementing, and monitoring the facility Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP)

• Tracking, trending, and reporting healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), outbreaks, and surveillance data to leadership

• Ensuring compliance with CMS infection control requirements (F880-F883)

• Educating staff on standard and transmission-based precautions

• Coordinating with the medical director and public health authorities on outbreak response

• Maintaining NHSN reporting as required by CMS

Requirements:

• Active Pennsylvania RN license in good standing

• 2+ years of experience in long-term care or a skilled nursing facility

• 1+ year in a nursing leadership or supervisory role

• Knowledge of PA DOH regulations, CMS guidelines, and MDS

Preferred:

• BSN degree

• PointClickCare experience

• Prior state or federal survey experience

Benefits:

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Full-time | In person

• Grove City, PA 16127

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Orchard Manor is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Orchard Manor participates in E-Verify.