Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Country Lane Manor; Keosauqua (IA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telemedicine program

Company-Paid group life insurance

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Keosauqua Health Care in Keosauqua, IA is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – RN to join our skilled nursing facility as a full-time leader. You will assist in directing daily nursing operations, support clinical excellence, and ensure regulatory compliance while fostering resident-centered care.

The role requires an RN license and at least one year of supervisory experience in long-term care, along with strong leadership and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Minimum of one year of RN supervisory experience as a DON, ADON, or similar leadership role in long-term care.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations and standards of practice.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing with overall management of the Nursing Department.
• Support and supervise nursing staff to ensure quality resident care.
• Monitor compliance with facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in staff education, training, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Assist with scheduling, staffing, and clinical operations as needed.
• Conduct rounds to monitor resident care and address clinical concerns.
• Collaborate with physicians, residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Promote a positive, resident-centered care environment.

Skills

RN Leadership

Staff Supervision

Regulatory Knowledge

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – RN
Keosauqua Health Care | Keosauqua, IA
Status: Full-Time

Rate: Up to $50/hr based on experience

Keosauqua Health Care is seeking an experienced and dedicated Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – RN to join our skilled nursing facility in Keosauqua, IA.

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) assists in directing and overseeing the daily operations of the Nursing Department under the supervision of the Director of Nursing. This leadership role supports clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, staff development, and high-quality resident care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing with the overall management of the Nursing Department

• Support and supervise nursing staff to ensure quality resident care

• Monitor compliance with facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

• Participate in staff education, training, and performance improvement initiatives

• Assist with scheduling, staffing, and clinical operations as needed

• Conduct rounds to monitor resident care and address clinical concerns

• Collaborate with physicians, residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members

• Promote a positive, resident-centered care environment

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing

• Minimum of one (1) year of RN supervisory experience as a DON, ADON, or similar leadership role in a long-term care setting

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Knowledge of long-term care regulations and standards of practice

• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Benefits

We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package including:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Telemedicine Program

• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance

• Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Benefits, bonuses, and variable compensation plans are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or casual), job grade, location, and length of service.