Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

NaphCare, Inc.; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 94,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Tuition Assistance

EAP program

Paid time off

CMEs

Job summary

NaphCare is hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) in Buckeye, AZ to lead the nursing team at ASPC - Lewis and ensure high-quality, compliant inmate healthcare. The role reports to the Director of Nursing and collaborates with correctional and medical staff to maintain care standards and safety.

The ADON will oversee staffing, compliance, daily rounds, and patient records while supporting ongoing staff training and professional development.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Arizona.
• Active BLS CPR certification (AHA).
• Two years clinical and progressive management experience in correctional or acute care settings.
• Ability to manage staffing matrices and clinical supplies.
• Excellent communication and staff training skills.
• Knowledge of nursing practice principles and health care regulations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to a Code of Conduct.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with medical, mental health and correctional staff to improve patient care and safety.
• Assist DON in managing nursing staff, staffing needs, hiring and training, and evaluations.
• Coordinate patient care with external providers and facility teams.
• Monitor compliance with site policies and ACA/NCCHC standards; take corrective action.
• Create and manage staff schedules to ensure full shift coverage.
• Ensure necessary pharmaceuticals and supplies are stocked and available.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Develop staff and conduct in‑service training for team members.
• Conduct daily clinical rounds to observe care plans and documentation.
• Support triage, minor procedures, and patient assessments as needed.
• Participate in monthly/quarterly/annual meetings for contract compliance.
• Mitigate risks and report hazards to leadership and facility management.

Skills

Registered Nurse

BLS CPR Certification

Staff management

Communication skills

Job description

Location

US-AZ-Buckeye

ID

2026-31989

Category

Site Leadership

Position Type

Full-Time

Overview

NaphCare is hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our team of medical professionals in Buckeye, AZ where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the ASPC - Lewis.

Pay rates range from $45.00 to $49.00 per hour based on shift, site needs, hire status, and experience.

As an Assistant Director of Nursing, you will work with the Director of Nursing, correctional staff and other medical professionals to provide quality care to the individuals in residence, while managing the nursing team and ensuring all work is performed in compliance to standards and adherence to regulations.

Responsibilities

Job Duties / Responsibilities

The Assistant Director of Nursing supervises staff and ensures policies and procedures are being followed in our continued mission to provide quality care that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to:

• Collaborating with medical, mental health and correctional staff to enhance quality patient care while maintaining a safe and secure work environment
• Assist DON in managing nursing staff, monitoring staffing needs, hiring and training of new staff and conducting performance evaluations
• Effectively communicate with healthcare staff and correctional staff to coordinate patient care with providers outside of the facility
• Monitoring compliance with site‑specific and company policies and procedures, taking appropriate corrective action, and ensuring compliance with ACA, NCCHC standards
• Creating and managing staffing schedules to ensure adequate nursing coverage for all shifts
• Ensuring all heath care related equipment and supplies, including pharmaceuticals and over the counter medications, are appropriately stocked and available at all times
• Maintaining current and accurate patient records and documentation
• Developing staff, conducting in‑service training for new and current staff
• Conducting daily clinical rounds to all designated areas of responsibility to observe and review documentation, orders, and patient care plans, and ensuring objectives are understood and practiced by the nursing staff
• Assisting in daily triage/sick call, minor medical/surgical procedures, and patient assessments
• Participating in all monthly, quarterly, and annual meetings as assigned and required in accordance with contract compliance
• Mitigating risks by proactively addressing potential hazards, including dangerous work conditions, health and safety concerns and reporting issues to company leadership and facility management

Qualifications

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

• Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in Arizona
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA required)

• Two years of clinical and progressive management experience providing comprehensive medical, dental, and mental healthcare services within a correctional healthcare or acute care setting
• Ability to manage complex staffing matrices and clinical supplies
• Excellent communication skills with proven experience managing and training medical staff
• Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

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