Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Redmont Health and Rehabilitation Center; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive leadership team

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Redmont Health and Rehabilitation Center in Birmingham, AL is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support daily nursing operations and mentor staff. This role partners with the Director of Nursing to ensure safe, high-quality resident care, compliance with CMS standards, and readiness for surveys.

You will participate in quality improvement initiatives, coordinate staffing, oversee documentation, and lead clinical programs.

Qualifications

• Active Alabama RN license required.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care.
• Leadership experience (ADON, RN Unit Manager or similar) preferred.
• Knowledge of CMS regulations and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing with managing nursing services and maintaining clinical standards.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to nurses and nursing assistants.
• Help coordinate staffing and scheduling to meet resident care needs.
• Conduct rounds to monitor care delivery, identify concerns, and implement improvements.
• Review clinical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Support infection prevention practices and wound care oversight.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Compassionate care

Education

RN license (Alabama)

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Redmont Health and Rehabilitation
Birmingham, AL

At Redmont Health and Rehabilitation, we believe exceptional leaders deserve exceptional rewards. We invest in our people so they can focus on what matters most: supporting great teams, delivering outstanding resident care, and building a positive workplace culture.

Redmont Health and Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and dependable Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support our nursing department in Birmingham, Alabama.

Whether you are an experienced ADON, RN Unit Manager, Clinical Manager, Nurse Supervisor, or an RN with leadership experience ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Supportive executive leadership team
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

What You'll Do

Partner with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily nursing operations, support staff development, and promote safe, high-quality resident care.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist the Director of Nursing with managing nursing services and maintaining clinical standards
• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to nurses and nursing assistants
• Help coordinate staffing and scheduling to meet resident care needs
• Conduct rounds to monitor care delivery, identify concerns, and follow through on improvements
• Review clinical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Support infection prevention practices, wound care oversight, and other clinical programs
• Assist with staff orientation, education, and competency assessments
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives
• Support survey readiness and assist with implementing plans of correction
• Collaborate with physicians, families, and the interdisciplinary team on resident care needs
• Assist with investigating clinical concerns and ensuring appropriate follow-up
• Provide nursing leadership in the Director of Nursing’s absence and participate in on-call coverage as assigned

Qualifications

• Active Alabama Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• Previous nursing experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting required
• ADON, RN Unit Manager, Nurse Supervisor, or other nursing leadership experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of nursing practices, resident assessments, and clinical documentation
• Knowledge of CMS regulations, the state survey process, infection prevention, and quality improvement
• Ability to coach staff, address concerns, and promote accountability and teamwork
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and respond effectively to changing resident and staffing needs
• Commitment to compassionate resident care and a supportive workplace culture

Why Redmont Health and Rehabilitation?

Strong resident outcomes begin with supported employees, consistent clinical leadership, and a culture of respect and teamwork.

At Redmont Health and Rehabilitation, you’ll work alongside an experienced leadership team that values your expertise, supports your professional growth, and gives you the resources to make a meaningful impact.

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