Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Aviata Health Group; Lecanto (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Health insurance for the entire family

Access to online learning 24/7

Job summary

Aviata at Brentwood in Lecanto, FL is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to lead and manage the nursing department with a focus on education, mentorship, and regulatory compliance. The role includes supporting clinical management, developing staff, and ensuring quality resident care.

Responsibilities include policy implementation, staff recruitment, collaboration with department heads, and maintaining accurate documentation while delivering direct resident care as needed.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of Florida.
• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience in a setting serving the same resident population.
• Minimum of one (1) year of management experience required.
• Current CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing education, mentorship, and leadership development to clinical management and clinicians, and other team members.
• Assist in development and achievement of nursing department goals and objectives, including staff development and educational programming.
• Assist in implementation and monitoring of policies, procedures, and standards of practice with regulatory guidelines.
• Recruit, hire, and retain qualified nursing staff according to staffing plan and state requirements.
• Collaborate with department heads to promote interdepartmental relations.
• Assist in developing and monitoring documentation systems.
• Provide direct resident care as staffing patterns demand.
• Create and implement innovative improvements to enhance systems and processes.

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

Nursing management

Nursing experience

Education

RN Nursing Degree

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Aviata at Brentwood

Address:

2333 N. Brentwood Circle, Lecanto, FL 34461

At Aviata Health Group, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional, person-centered care through compassion, clinical excellence, and connection. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our team!

Job Summary:

As an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), you will play a vital role in leading and managing our nursing department. You will be responsible for providing ongoing education, mentorship, and leadership development to clinical management and clinicians, as well as other team members. You will also assist in the implementation of and monitor compliance with policies, procedures, and standards of practice consistent with corporate and external regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities:

• Provide ongoing education, mentorship, and leadership development to clinical management and clinicians, and other team members
• Actively participate in the development and achievement of nursing department goals and objectives, including staff development functions and educational programming
• Assist in the implementation and monitor compliance with policies, procedures, and standards of practice consistent with corporate and external regulatory guidelines
• Recruit, hire, and retain qualified nursing staff to deliver efficient resident care in accordance with the established staffing plan and state-mandated staffing requirements
• Collaborate with various department heads to promote positive interdepartmental relations
• Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of an accurate and effective documentation system
• Provide direct resident care as staffing patterns demand, ensuring effective interaction with residents and families
• Provide innovative, responsible healthcare through the creation and implementation of new ideas and concepts that continually improve systems and processes

Qualifications:

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active state license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Must possess a minimum of a RN Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university
• Must possess a current CPR certification
• Must have a minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience in a setting serving the same age/type of resident population
• Minimum of one (1) year of management experience required
• Must possess knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to facility function
• You must be qualified, compassionate, and dedicated to a job well done

Benefits:

• 401k with a match
• Pay rate: Competitive
• Access to online learning 24/7
• Health insurance for the entire family

Why Join Us?

We are an equal opportunity employer and a welcoming environment where residents, families, and team members alike feel valued, respected, and at home. Our mission is to deliver exceptional, person-centered care through compassion, clinical excellence, and connection.