Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Sycamore-Heights-Health-and-Rehabilitatio; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sycamore Heights Health and Rehabilitation in Louisville, KY, seeks an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to partner with the Director of Nursing, lead clinical operations, mentor staff, and uphold regulatory excellence across the facility.

As the ADON, you will oversee infection control, staff education, scheduling, and documentation while collaborating with all departments to ensure compassionate, resident-centered care and outstanding outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Kentucky.
• Minimum 2 years in Long-Term Care.
• 2 years of management experience preferred.
• 1 year of staff education experience preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Must be available to participate in on-call schedule as needed.
• Oversee daily clinical operations and support nursing team to deliver high-quality care.
• Coordinate infection control program, monitor trends, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide ongoing staff education and in-services to improve clinical skills.
• Assist with regulatory compliance and quality assurance across the facility.
• Direct planning and delivery of nursing services with cross-department collaboration.
• Maintain comprehensive nursing documentation and timely care plans.
• Participate in recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new staff.

Skills

Leadership

Staff education

Communication

Mentoring

Staff supervision

Education

RN license

Job description

Sycamore Heights is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing!

At Sycamore Heights, we take pride in providing high-quality, resident-centered care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As the ADON, you will serve as a key clinical leader, working closely with the Director of Nursing to support nursing operations, mentor and develop staff, and uphold the highest standards of clinical excellence and regulatory compliance. This role offers the opportunity to influence quality outcomes, strengthen team engagement, and make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents.

If you are a motivated nursing leader who thrives in long-term care and is passionate about guiding teams, improving processes, and delivering exceptional care, Sycamore Heights Health and Rehabilitation is the place to grow your leadership career.

Responsibilities:

• Must be available to participate in an on-call schedule as needed.

• Ensure residents’ nursing and medical needs are consistently met by overseeing daily clinical operations and supporting the nursing team in delivering safe, high-quality, and compassionate care.

• Coordinate and manage the Infection Control Program, including monitoring infection trends, implementing prevention measures, conducting staff education, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

• Provide ongoing staff education and training, developing and delivering in-services to enhance clinical skills, ensure compliance with facility policies, and promote best practices in resident care.

• Assist with regulatory compliance and quality assurance, ensuring all nursing practices align with state, federal, and facility guidelines while fostering accountability and teamwork among staff.

• Coordinate and direct the planning and delivery of nursing services, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration between departments to achieve the highest standards of resident outcomes.

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of nursing theory and practice, applying sound clinical judgment and evidence-based care in all aspects of nursing leadership.

• Oversee documentation and medical record management, ensuring all resident assessments, treatments, and care plans are completed accurately, timely, and in compliance with regulations.

• Participate in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new nursing staff, ensuring new team members receive thorough orientation and are supported for success.

• Manage and monitor daily staffing levels, making adjustments as needed to ensure appropriate coverage, balance workloads, and maintain quality resident care.

• Foster a positive and flexible work environment, maintaining adaptability in your schedule to meet the evolving needs of residents, staff, and the facility.

• Collaborate closely with the Director of Nursing to identify areas for improvement, support team development, and promote a culture of compassion, accountability, and professional growth.

Qualifications:

• Current RN license in State.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Long-Term Care.

• 2 years of management experience preferred.

• 1 year of staff education experience preferred.

• Strong communication and leadership skills.

• Proven ability to supervise, motivate, and mentor team members.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.

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