Assistant Director of Nursing ADON

RAM Recruiting; Lakehurst (NJ); On-site; USD 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan

Holiday pay

Life insurance

Employee referral bonuses

Career growth and advancement opportun

Job summary

RAM Recruiting seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) for a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Ocean County, NJ. The ADON will work with the Director of Nursing to lead daily clinical operations and support a dedicated nursing team, with prior nursing home leadership required.

The role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a compassionate, resident-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in New Jersey.
• Prior ADON experience in a nursing home, or 3+ years as Nurse Manager, Nursing Supervisor, or Unit Manager in a nursing home setting.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) / long-term care (LTC) setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Nursing (DON) in overseeing daily nursing operations.
• Supervise, mentor, and support nursing staff across all shifts.
• Monitor quality of care and clinical compliance.
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, and staff education.
• Participate in resident care planning and family communication.

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey

Job description

A warm, beautifully maintained skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join its clinical leadership team. Known for compassionate, resident-centered care and a close-knit team where staff and residents know each other by name, our facility offers the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) a true leadership home. Prior nursing home experience is required for this position.

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) works alongside the Director of Nursing (DON) to lead daily clinical operations and support a dedicated nursing team. If you're a Registered Nurse (RN) leader ready for your next step, this ADON role is for you.

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Benefits

• Competitive pay

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off (PTO)

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Holiday pay

• Life insurance

• Employee referral bonuses

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Duties

• Support the Director of Nursing (DON) in overseeing daily nursing operations

• Supervise, mentor, and support nursing staff across all shifts

• Monitor quality of care and clinical compliance

• Assist with staffing, scheduling, and staff education

• Participate in resident care planning and family communication

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Compensation and Schedule

• Salary: Up to $125,000 per year

• Full-time

• Location: Ocean County, NJ

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Qualifications

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

• Prior ADON experience in a nursing home, OR 3+ years as a Nurse Manager, Nursing Supervisor, or Unit Manager in a nursing home setting

• Must have experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) / long-term care (LTC) setting