ADON: Risk & Education Leader for Quality Care

CareRite Centers, LLC; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Career advancement opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

CareRite Centers, LLC is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – Risk & Education to join our leadership team. This role focuses on clinical education, quality improvement, risk management, and developing strong nursing teams in a SNF setting.

The ADON – Risk & Education will work with the Director of Nursing and facility leadership to ensure resident care, regulatory compliance, staff education, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the applicable state.
• Minimum 3 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or Long-Term Care setting.
• Leadership experience as ADON, RN Supervisor, Nurse Educator, Infection Preventionist, or similar role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, state requirements, and survey processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing with oversight of daily nursing operations and clinical services.
• Develop, coordinate, and provide ongoing education and training for nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, CNAs).
• Lead orientation programs and ensure new employees receive appropriate clinical training.
• Monitor clinical practices for compliance with facility policies and CMS/state requirements.
• Identify educational opportunities based on quality metrics, audits, incidents, and clinical trends.
• Support infection prevention initiatives and promote best practices across the facility.
• Participate in QAPI activities and quality improvement projects.
• Review incident reports and assist with corrective action plans.
• Conduct clinical audits to ensure documentation accuracy and adherence to care standards.
• Assist with survey preparation and regulatory compliance activities.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to nursing staff for professional growth.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to improve resident outcomes and satisfaction.
• Assist with developing and implementing nursing policies and procedures.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Education & training

Quality improvement

CMS regulations

Infection prevention

Regulatory compliance

Staff mentoring

Data analysis

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Resident-centered care

Education

RN license

Job description

CareRite Centers, LLC is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – Risk & Education to join our leadership team. This role focuses on clinical education, quality improvement, risk management, and developing strong nursing teams in a SNF setting.

The ADON – Risk & Education will work with the Director of Nursing and facility leadership to ensure resident care, regulatory compliance, staff education, and continuous improvement initiatives.