Assistant Director of Nursing

Socket.dev; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Referral program

Pet Insurance

Auto and Home Insurance

Discount Programs

Job summary

Silverado Encinitas, a memory care innovator and Fortune-ranked Best Workplace, is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing to lead the Nursing Services Department, mentor staff, and implement programs that enhance resident satisfaction while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and Silverado regulations.

The ideal candidate holds a California LPN/LVN license, has at least two years in long-term care, is comfortable around pets, and can communicate effectively with diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Active LPN/LVN license in California.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in long-term care or equivalent.
• Comfortable working around animals and pets.
• Strong verbal and written communication across diverse audiences.
• Willingness to work outside regular hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct daily Nursing Services operations.
• Mentor and train nursing staff for consistent, high-quality care.
• Support programs to enhance resident satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and Silverado regulations.
• Collaborate with leadership to improve resident-centered care.

Skills

Licensed LPN/LVN

Mentoring & training

Verbal & written communication

Resident-centered care

Flexible hours

Education

LPN/LVN license (CA)

Job description

Join Silverado Encinitas, a memory care innovator ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has delivered exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions. We’re a certified Great Place to Work® and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

We’re hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing – a compassionate and driven clinical leader who supports the delivery of exceptional care and helps guide our nursing team. This role blends mentorship, compliance, and heart to ensure our residents receive the highest quality of life and care.

Be a difference-maker with a memory care leader!You lead with heart, clinical knowledge, and integrity. You’re dependable, collaborative, and thrive in a mission-driven environment. You’re passionate about supporting individuals with memory impairments and developing a strong, empowered care team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and direct the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Services Department
• Mentor and train nursing staff to ensure consistent, high-quality care
• Support the development and implementation of programs that enhance resident satisfaction
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company regulations
• Collaborate with leadership to maintain a climate of continuous improvement and resident-centered care

Qualifications:

• Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the state
• Requires minimum of 2 years’ experience working in long term care or equivalent
• Comfortable working around animals and pets
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills across diverse audiences
• Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
• Passion for working with individuals with Alzheimer’s and other memory impairments
• Reliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standards
• Willingness to work outside regular hours based on business needs
• Experience supervising others preferred

Why Choose Silverado?

• Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™
• Certified Great Place to Work®
• Strong internal mobility and ongoing training

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday

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Anticipated pay range

$110,000 — $115,000 USD

Silverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Other amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!

California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law.

To view California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) information, please visit this page: https://www.silverado.com/legal-disclaimers/#Consumer-Privacy-Act-Disclosure

Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing (if applicable).

Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security

EOE/M/F/D/V