Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Empire Care Centers; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire Care Centers is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join a dedicated leadership team in Canton, GA. This role offers a career-building opportunity for a Registered Nurse with long-term care experience, especially in infection control and staff development. At Empire, you'll contribute to a supportive culture focused on mentorship and quality care while growing your career.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and life insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off

Monday-Friday schedule with rotating weekend on-call

Clear path to promotion

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Georgia.
• Experience in nursing homes or long-term care settings.
• Knowledge in infection prevention and control.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing in daily operations.
• Oversee infection prevention and quality assurance.
• Lead staff education and training efforts.

Skills

Infection control

Staff development

Team-oriented mindset

Education

RN license in Georgia

Long-term care experience

Job description

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• Empire Care Centers as a fast-growing group with advancement opportunities
• Cherokee Center’s strong culture
• Infection control and staff development experience
• Career growth into DON rolesAssistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
  
  
  

• Empire Care Centers as a fast-growing group with advancement opportunities
• Cherokee Center’s strong culture
• Infection control and staff development experience
• Career growth into DON rolesAssistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
  
  
  

Cherokee Center for Nursing and Healing - Canton, GA

Part of Empire Care Centers, a growing network of 19 skilled nursing facilities across Georgia

Cherokee Center for Nursing and Healing, a proud member of Empire Care Centers, is hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our leadership team. This is a career-building opportunity for a Registered Nurse with long-term care experience, especially in infection control and staff development.

At Cherokee, we’re known for our tight-knit, family-like culture—a supportive environment where many ADONs have grown into Directors of Nursing. If you're looking for a workplace that values mentorship, growth, and quality care, this is your chance.

What You’ll Gain:

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid time off
• Monday-Friday schedule with rotating weekend on-call
• Clear path to promotion within Empire’s statewide network
  
  
  

What You’ll Do:

• Assist the Director of Nursing in daily operations and team leadership
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and facility policies
• Oversee infection prevention and quality assurance initiatives
• Lead in-service training and staff education efforts
• Participate in survey readiness and regulatory reviews
  
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

• Current RN license in Georgia
• Nursing home/long-term care experience required
• Infection prevention and control knowledge
• Experience leading trainings or mentoring others
• A team-oriented, resident-focused mindset
  
  
  

About Empire Care Centers:

With 19 skilled nursing facilities across Georgia, Empire Care Centers is one of the fastest-growing nursing home groups in the region. We are deeply committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care while creating career pathways for healthcare professionals.

Ready to take the next step in your nursing leadership career? Apply now and grow with Empire.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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