Assistant Director Of Nursing

Ascentria Care Alliance; Southbury (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Mission-driven nonprofit organization

Professional development andLeadership

Supportive leadership team

Clear advancement pathway

Job summary

Lutheran Home of Southbury, part of Ascentria Care Alliance, seeks an experienced RN to join the leadership team as Assistant Director of Nursing. This role partners with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily operations and drive exceptional resident care in a nonprofit setting.

You will mentor staff, support admissions, and lead quality initiatives, with opportunities for advancement to Director of Nursing and regional leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Current Connecticut RN license required.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care required.
• Prior nursing leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of CMS regulations and nursing standards of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily clinical leadership and operational support to the nursing department.
• Partner with the Director of Nursing to ensure outstanding resident care and positive clinical outcomes.
• Serve as the nursing leader in the Director of Nursing's absence.
• Mentor, coach, and develop nurses and nursing assistants through orientation, education, and ongoing support.
• Assist with admissions, resident assessments, and care planning.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives focused on clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Promote survey readiness and ensure compliance with federal, state, and organizational standards.
• Monitor documentation, clinical practices, and quality indicators.
• Coordinate staff education, competency validation, and mandatory training.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and resident-centered care.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Coaching

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Connecticut RN License

Job description

ead with Purpose. Inspire Others. Advance Your Nursing Leadership Career.

Pay: $51–$55/hour

At Lutheran Home of Southbury, exceptional care begins with exceptional leaders. As part of Ascentria Care Alliance, one of New England's largest nonprofit human services organizations, we're committed to providing outstanding, resident-centered care while creating meaningful career opportunities for our employees.

We're seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our leadership team as our Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON). This is an outstanding opportunity for a nurse leader who enjoys mentoring others, improving clinical outcomes, and partnering with an experienced leadership team to deliver exceptional care every day.

If you're looking for a role where you can grow professionally while making a lasting impact on residents, families, and staff, we'd love to meet you.

Why Join Lutheran Home of Southbury?

• Competitive pay: $51–$55/hour
• Mission-driven nonprofit organization
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Supportive, collaborative leadership team
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training
• Clear pathway for advancement into Director of Nursing and regional clinical leadership roles
• A culture built on compassion, teamwork, respect, and excellence
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults every day

About The Role

As the Assistant Director of Nursing, you'll serve as a key member of the clinical leadership team, partnering closely with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily nursing operations and ensure the delivery of exceptional resident care.

This role offers the opportunity to broaden your operational and leadership experience while helping develop a high-performing nursing team.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily clinical leadership and operational support to the nursing department.
• Partner with the Director of Nursing to ensure outstanding resident care and positive clinical outcomes.
• Serve as the nursing leader in the Director of Nursing's absence.
• Mentor, coach, and develop nurses and nursing assistants through orientation, education, and ongoing support.
• Assist with admissions, resident assessments, and care planning.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives focused on clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Promote survey readiness and ensure compliance with federal, state, and organizational standards.
• Monitor documentation, clinical practices, and quality indicators.
• Coordinate staff education, competency validation, and mandatory training.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current Connecticut Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• Previous experience in skilled nursing or long-term care required
• Prior nursing leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of CMS regulations and nursing standards of practice
• Excellent leadership, communication, and coaching skills
• Passion for developing people and building strong teams
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, high-quality resident care

Grow Your Career With Us

This is more than an Assistant Director of Nursing position—it's an opportunity to build your leadership experience, expand your operational expertise, and prepare for future advancement within a respected nonprofit healthcare organization.