Assistant Director of Nursing

(Sonoma Post Acute) Sonomaidence Opco, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth

Supportive leadership

Resident-centered culture

Job summary

Sonoma Post Acute in Sonoma, CA is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our leadership team. This role supports the Director of Nursing, oversees daily operations, and drives regulatory compliance, staff development, and resident care excellence.

The ADON will mentor nursing staff, conduct rounds, and help recruit and train team members while ensuring a resident-centered culture and high-quality care delivery.

Qualifications

• Active California RN license in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• 3-5 years of nursing leadership or nurse management experience.
• Strong knowledge of long-term care, skilled nursing, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience supervising clinical staff in a healthcare setting.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily nursing operations.
• Assist with planning, developing, implementing, and supervising nursing services.
• Provide leadership and support to licensed nurses and nursing staff.
• Conduct daily clinical rounds and monitor resident conditions.
• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention of nursing staff.
• Participate in employee coaching, performance evaluations, and disciplinary processes when needed.
• Promote resident safety, dignity, rights, and quality of care.
• Serve as a liaison between residents, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Assist with staff education programs and ongoing clinical in-services.
• Monitor clinical systems and processes to ensure consistent, high-quality care delivery.
• Provide direct resident care and clinical support as necessary.
• Act as the Director of Nursing in their absence.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Regulatory compliance

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Tools

PointClickCare (PCC)

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Sonoma Post Acute Sonoma, CA Full-Time Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour

Lead Clinical Excellence. Make a Lasting Impact. Sonoma Post Acute is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and highly organized Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated nursing leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional resident care, mentoring clinical teams, and driving quality outcomes in a skilled nursing environment. Working alongside an experienced Director of Nursing, the ADON plays a critical role in ensuring excellence in clinical operations, regulatory compliance, staff development, and resident satisfaction. If you're ready to take the next step in your nursing leadership career with a team that values innovation, teamwork, and resident-centered care, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do As the Assistant Director of Nursing, you will:

• Partner with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily nursing operations
• Assist with planning, developing, implementing, and supervising nursing services
• Provide leadership and support to licensed nurses and nursing staff
• Conduct daily clinical rounds and monitor resident conditions
• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention of nursing staff
• Participate in employee coaching, performance evaluations, and disciplinary processes when needed
• Promote resident safety, dignity, rights, and quality of care
• Serve as a liaison between residents, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team
• Assist with staff education programs and ongoing clinical in-services
• Monitor clinical systems and processes to ensure consistent, high-quality care delivery
• Provide direct resident care and clinical support as necessary
• Act as the Director of Nursing in their absence

Qualifications Required

• Active California RN license in good standing
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• 3-5 years of nursing leadership or nurse management experience
• Strong knowledge of long-term care, skilled nursing, and regulatory compliance
• Experience supervising clinical staff in a healthcare setting
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Post-Acute experience
• Knowledge of PointClickCare (PCC) software

Why Join Sonoma Post Acute?

• Competitive Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour
• Supportive Leadership Team
• Opportunities for Professional Growth
• Collaborative and Resident-Focused Culture
• Comprehensive Benefits Package for Eligible Employees
• Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the facility
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Ability to utilize computer systems and office equipment for extended periods
• May require local travel as needed

Sonoma Post Acute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. We are 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, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.