Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Apploi; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay option available

Competitive pay and great benefits

Excellent opportunities for growth

Supportive and engaged work culture

Innovative training programs

Chance to make a meaningful impact

Job summary

Apploi is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) in Florida to lead nursing operations and mentor staff, ensuring high‑quality, compassionate resident care. You will partner with the Director of Nursing to drive clinical programs, compliance, and staff development across shifts.

The role requires an active Florida RN license, a bachelor’s degree preferred, and at least 2 years in a leadership nursing role, with on‑call and weekend requirements.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Florida
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Health Administration preferred
• Proven leadership experience in a healthcare setting
• Strong knowledge of OBRA, Joint Commission requirements, and state regulations
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR)
• Minimum 2 years of skilled nursing experience in a leadership role
• Ability to participate in an on‑call rotation
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays as needed
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and engage teams in a fast‑paced environment
• Passion for caring for geriatric and sub‑acute populations

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Nursing in overseeing all nursing operations
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and accrediting regulations
• Serve as a role model, mentor, and leader for nursing staff
• Plan, implement, and evaluate clinical services and programs
• Collaborate with other departments to support holistic resident care
• Participate in committees such as Quality Assurance, Infection Control, Safety, and Leadership
• Oversee training and onboarding of new nursing staff
• Conduct regular staff meetings to address challenges and celebrate successes
• Participate in surveys and accreditation visits
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives

Skills

Leadership experience

Nursing leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Mentoring teams

Geriatric care passion

Education

RN license in Florida

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Health Administration preferred

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Are you a passionate nursing leader ready to take the next step in your career? Join our team as an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) and help us deliver exceptional care while making a true difference every single day.

As the ADON, you will partner with the Director of Nursing to inspire and guide the nursing team, ensuring high‑quality, compassionate care that supports our mission of transforming everyday expectations into extraordinary outcomes.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the Director of Nursing in overseeing all nursing operations

• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and accrediting regulations

• Serve as a role model, mentor, and leader for nursing staff

• Plan, implement, and evaluate clinical services and programs

• Collaborate with other departments to support holistic resident care

• Participate in committees such as Quality Assurance, Infection Control, Safety, and Leadership

• Oversee training and onboarding of new nursing staff

• Conduct regular staff meetings to address challenges and celebrate successes

• Participate in surveys and accreditation visits

• Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Florida

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Health Administration preferred

• Proven leadership experience in a healthcare setting

• Strong knowledge of OBRA, Joint Commission requirements, and state regulations

• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR)

• Minimum 2 years of skilled nursing experience in a leadership role

• Ability to participate in an on‑call rotation

• Ability to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays as needed

• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills

• Ability to motivate, mentor, and engage teams in a fast‑paced environment

• Passion for caring for geriatric and sub‑acute populations

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Daily Pay option available

• Competitive pay and great benefits

• Excellent opportunities for professional growth

• Supportive and engaged work culture

• Innovative training programs

• A chance to make a meaningful impact every day

Who We Are

We provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services designed around each person’s unique needs. Our dedicated teams promote a better quality of life for those we serve by turning ordinary care into extraordinary outcomes.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.