Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Evercare; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Evercare is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the Nursing Department to deliver high-quality resident care in compliance with regulations.

The ADON will supervise nursing staff, support assessments and care planning, with opportunities for leadership and professional development within a resident-centered facility.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in good standing.
• Long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of nursing regulations and standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervision and leadership of nursing staff.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations.
• Support resident assessments, care planning, and clinical oversight.
• Assist with staff education, performance management, and scheduling.
• Participate in quality assurance, infection control, and survey preparedness.
• Address resident, family, and staff concerns in a professional manner.
• Serve as acting Director of Nursing when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

RN license

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) assists the Director of Nursing (DON) in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Nursing Department. The ADON ensures the delivery of high-quality resident care in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, facility policies, and accepted standards of nursing practice. The ADON serves as a clinical leader, mentor, and resource for nursing staff while promoting resident-centered care and maintaining regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with supervision and leadership of nursing staff.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations.

• Support resident assessments, care planning, and clinical oversight.

• Assist with staff education, performance management, and scheduling.

• Participate in quality assurance, infection control, and survey preparedness.

• Address resident, family, and staff concerns in a professional manner.

• Serve as acting Director of Nursing when needed.

Qualifications:

• Current RN license in good standing.

• Long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred.

• Previous supervisory experience preferred.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Knowledge of nursing regulations and standards of care.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement plan

• Professional development opportunities