Assistant Director of Nursing ADON

AuthentiCare Health Centers; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly

401k

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

Vacation, Holiday and Sick Pay

Pay in lieu of benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Discount Programs

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Job summary

AuthentiCare Health Centers is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) in Massachusetts to lead and supervise nursing care at our skilled nursing facility. The role requires an RN license, strong leadership, and experience in long-term care, memory care, and regulatory compliance.

You will partner with physicians, families, and a multidisciplinary team to provide resident-centered care, manage staffing, and ensure adherence to state and federal requirements while maintaining high quality

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN license required
• 5+ years of nursing experience
• 2-4 years of nurse leadership in long-term care
• Experience with geriatric population
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations
• Experience with memory care

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, directs, supervises and evaluates nursing care to meet clinical and financial goals.
• Provides professional guidance and supervision to non-professional staff.
• Ensures care assignments match staff competencies and patient needs.
• Schedules and assigns nursing tasks; follows up on results.
• Maintains a positive work environment and supports patients and families.
• Communicates patient information to patients and health care team.
• Reports to the Director of Nursing promptly.
• Notifies physician and family about significant changes in residents' condition.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care.
• Educates residents and families about health conditions, treatments, and discharge.
• Maintains resident records in compliance with HIPAA and regulations.
• Participates in case management to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

MA RN license

Nurse leadership

PCC EMR

Memory care

HIPAA compliance

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred

Tools

PCC (Point Click Care)

Job description

Join our Caring Family as an Assistant Director of Nursing!

Are you a passionate and dedicated Registered Nurse looking to make a real difference in the lives of residents? Royal invites you to become a vital part of our skilled nursing facility, where your skills and compassion will SHINE!

We are offering an impressive $5,000 sign-on bonus, along with competitive rates. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes from weekly pay, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program designed to support you both personally and professionally.

As the proud owners of Royal, AuthentiCare Health Centers continues an unwavering commitment to providing authentic care delivered with a genuine heart.

BENEFITS

• Paid weekly
• 401k
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Vacation, Holiday and Sick Pay
• Pay in lieu of benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Various Discount Programs (Verizon, Sprint, AT&T, Club Memberships, etc.)
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

At our centers, we pride ourselves on delivering the highest standards of personal care, while fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. As an ADON you will play a key role in providing exceptional long-term care, sub-acute care, and memory care. Your strong clinical skills and commitment to resident-centered care will help us meet the evolving needs of those we serve.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, organizes, directs, supervises and evaluates nursing care provided to achieve clinical and financial outcomes.
• Provides professional guidance and supervision to non-professional staff.
• Ensures patient care assignments are consistent with staff competencies, scope of practice and the needs of the patients.
• Completes patient care requirements by scheduling and assigning nursing and staff; follows up on work results
• Establishes a positive work environment by providing support to patients and families
• Provides information to patients and health care team by answering questions and requests
• Ensures complete and prompt reporting to the Director of Nursing
• Ensures that significant changes in residents' conditions are communicated to the physician and family or responsible party
• Associate's degree in nursing required; bachelor's degree in nursing preferred
• 2-4 years of experience in nurse leadership in a long-term care setting
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations
• Experience with geriatric psychiatric population
• Assess resident health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Supervises the administration of medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitor resident progress and respond to changes in condition.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care.
• Educate residents and their families regarding health conditions, treatment plans, and discharge.
• Maintain accurate resident records and documentation in compliance with state and federal regulations, while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Participate in case management activities to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide support in specialized areas such as PT, OT, SUD, Pain Management, etc.

SKILLS

• Registered or Licensed Nurse in the state of Massachusetts
• 5 years or more of nursing experience
• Leadership experience
• Medication administration
• EMR: PCC (Point Click Care)
• Proficiency in memory care techniques and protocols.
• Knowledge of MDS (Minimum Data Set) assessments for long-term care facilities.
• Familiarity with operations in Skilled Nursing, Sub-Acute, and Dementia Units.
• Strong background in case management practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a medical office environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected under applicable law.