Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Optima Care Harborview; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical & Dental Insurance

Employee Recognition Programs

Company Perks

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Optima Care Harborview is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to lead our nursing department in Hudson County, NJ. This full-time, day shift role offers a competitive salary and a clear path to clinical excellence.

The ADON will mentor staff, ensure best practices, and partner with facility leadership to maintain high-quality resident care and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in New Jersey.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Care (LTC).
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe, supportive environment that prioritizes high-quality resident care.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise nursing staff to ensure clinical excellence and best practices.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous professional growth.
• Serve as a key liaison between nursing staff and facility leadership.
• Address clinical and unit-related concerns in a timely and effective manner.
• Oversee and participate in weekly wound rounds.
• Support facility surveys, audits, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Maintain clear, compassionate communication with staff, physicians, residents, and families.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

RN license NJ

Job description

Position: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
Facility: Optima Care Harborview
Location: Hudson County, NJ
Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift
Salary: $120,000 – $130,000 annually

Join Our Leadership Team

Optima Care Harborview is seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to help lead our nursing department. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Registered Nurse with long-term care experience who is committed to clinical excellence, team development, and delivering exceptional resident care.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a safe, supportive environment that prioritizes high-quality resident care

• Lead, mentor, and supervise nursing staff to ensure clinical excellence and best practices

• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous professional growth

• Serve as a key liaison between nursing staff and facility leadership

• Address clinical and unit-related concerns in a timely and effective manner

• Oversee and participate in weekly wound rounds

• Support facility surveys, audits, and regulatory compliance initiatives

• Maintain clear, compassionate communication with staff, physicians, residents, and families

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New Jersey

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Care (LTC) setting

• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical & Dental Insurance

• Employee Recognition Programs

• Company Perks

• Supportive, team-oriented workplace culture