Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Lebanon Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Lebanon Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Lebanon, TN is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our clinical leadership team. The ADON will work closely with the Director of Nursing to oversee clinical operations and promote quality resident care.

The role includes supervising RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, ensuring adherence to care plans, conducting rounds, and supporting staffing, medication administration, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Current Tennessee RN license is required.
• Previous nursing leadership experience is strongly preferred.
• ADON, Unit Manager, RN Supervisor, or similar leadership experience preferred.
• Skilled Nursing Facility, Long-Term Care, or Rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Strong commitment to resident care, safety, and quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing with the overall management of nursing services.
• Provide clinical leadership and support to RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
• Monitor resident care and ensure adherence to individualized care plans.
• Conduct rounds and assess residents' clinical needs.
• Assist with staff scheduling, staffing coverage, and daily nursing operations.
• Monitor medication administration, treatments, documentation, and physician orders.
• Ensure timely follow-up on changes in resident condition.
• Support quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
• Assist with incident investigations and development of corrective action plans.
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations.
• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Assist with survey preparation and maintain ongoing survey readiness.
• Provide education, coaching, and mentorship to nursing staff.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and a resident-centered culture.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Clinical assessment

Communication

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Education

Tennessee RN license

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Lebanon Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
Lebanon, TN
Full-Time

Lead. Support. Make a Difference.

Lebanon Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking an experienced and compassionate Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our clinical leadership team.

The ADON will work closely with the Director of Nursing and nursing leadership to oversee clinical operations, support nursing staff, promote quality resident care, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing with the overall management of nursing services.

• Provide clinical leadership and support to RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.

• Monitor resident care and ensure adherence to individualized care plans.

• Conduct rounds and assess residents' clinical needs.

• Assist with staff scheduling, staffing coverage, and daily nursing operations.

• Monitor medication administration, treatments, documentation, and physician orders.

• Ensure timely follow-up on changes in resident condition.

• Support quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.

• Assist with incident investigations and development of corrective action plans.

• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations.

• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings.

• Assist with survey preparation and maintain ongoing survey readiness.

• Provide education, coaching, and mentorship to nursing staff.

• Promote accountability, teamwork, and a resident-centered culture.

Qualifications

• Current Tennessee RN license required.

• Previous nursing leadership experience strongly preferred.

• ADON, Unit Manager, RN Supervisor, or similar leadership experience preferred.

• Skilled Nursing Facility, Long-Term Care, or Rehabilitation experience preferred.

• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

• Strong commitment to resident care, safety, and quality outcomes.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid time off

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

• Supportive leadership team

• Collaborative work environment

Why Join Lebanon Center?

At Lebanon Center for Rehabilitation and Healing, our nursing leadership team plays a critical role in creating a culture of quality, accountability, and compassionate resident care. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RN leader looking to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer