Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

428 Healthcare; Lamar (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar Estates in Lamar, Colorado, seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to lead our nursing team in an assisted living setting. The ADON will oversee staffing, ensure high-quality resident care, maintain regulatory compliance, and collaborate with the healthcare team to support outstanding outcomes for residents and families.

Strong leadership, clear communication, and EMR familiarity are required as you mentor staff, manage priorities, and drive performance improvement

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Colorado.
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience, preferably in long-term care or assisted living.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and healthcare technology.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the nursing team, ensuring high-quality care for residents.
• Develop staffing plans, schedules, and assignments for adequate coverage and patient safety.
• Conduct regular assessments of resident care and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure coordination of care.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and staff.
• Stay up-to-date with regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and optimal care.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and quality assurance activities.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of resident care and services.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Team motivation

Education

RN license (Colorado)

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Lamar Estates, a reputable Assisted Living Facilities in Lamar, Colorado, is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team as Assistant Director of Nursing. As a key member of our leadership team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the highest level of care and dedication to our residents.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the nursing team, ensuring that high-quality care is delivered to our residents
• Develop and implement effective staffing plans, schedules, and assignments to ensure adequate coverage and patient safety
• Conduct regular assessments of resident care and make recommendations for improvements
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure seamless communication and coordination of care
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and staff
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and optimal care
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and quality assurance activities
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of resident care and services

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of Colorado
• Minimum of 1 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, preferably in a long-term care or assisted living setting
• Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and other healthcare technology