Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

AristaCare Health Services; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Competitive rates

Job summary

AristaCare Health Services in South Plainfield, NJ, is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to lead the clinical team. This role involves ensuring quality patient-centered care, coordinating infection control, and providing staff training. Candidates should possess a valid RN license in NJ, with five years of nursing experience preferred, alongside supervisory experience in long-term care. Benefits include a competitive salary, 401(k) retirement plan, and healthcare options (medical, dental, vision).

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in NJ is required.
• Five years of nursing experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• Experience in long-term care/sub-acute setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality care of residents.
• Coordinate infection control practices.
• Plan training programs for clinical staff.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Infection control

Staff training and development

Education

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of NJ

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

South Plainfield, United States | Posted on 05/11/2026

Are you a RN looking for a leadership position to advance your career? At AristaCare we have just the opportunity you are looking for. We are seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to assist the Director of Nursing in leading the clinical team in providing quality care to residents.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the utmost quality and patient‑centered care of residents
• Coordinate infection control
• Plan, organize, and implement training programs/in‑services for clinical staff
• Assist with compliance and ensure effective communication with all levels of nursing staff
• Ensure adequate and appropriate staffing of the facility nursing department to meet the needs of residents; this may include recruitment
• Oversee the process for competency evaluations and corrective action plans

Requirements

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of NJ
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible nursing experience in a clinical setting is preferred
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience in long‑term care/sub‑acute setting is preferred
• Infection Control: 1 year (preferred)
• Must be computer literate and have experience with EMR preferred
• Completion of an IP Course within 3–6 months of hire would be expected

Benefits

• Competitive rates
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision)