Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Milford Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center LLC; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Milford Rehabilitation and Healthcare is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to lead our nursing team and improve resident outcomes in a team-focused setting.

The role involves collaborating with the Director of Nursing to oversee clinical operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and participate in administrative duties, staff development, and patient-centered care initiatives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Active Pennsylvania RN license.
• Current AHA BLS (Healthcare Provider).
• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) experience.
• Valid State Identification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical operations in collaboration with the Director of Nursing.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Assist with policy development and regulatory surveys.
• Provide 24-hour accountability for nursing care on assigned units.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Coaching

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Active Pennsylvania RN license

Current AHA BLS (Healthcare Provider)

Job description

At Milford Rehabilitation and Healthcare, we are committed to delivering exceptional short-term rehabilitation and long-term care in a supportive, team-focused environment.

We believe quality care starts with strong leadership — and we’re looking for a dedicated Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to help lead our nursing team and make a meaningful impact every day.

If you are an experienced RN leader who thrives in a collaborative setting and is passionate about improving resident outcomes, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

As ADON, you will work closely with the Director of Nursing to oversee clinical operations and ensure excellence in resident care.

Leadership & Clinical Oversight

• Support daily operations of the Nursing Department

• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations

• Assist with policy development and regulatory surveys

• Provide 24-hour accountability for nursing care on assigned units

• Delegate tasks professionally and ensure follow-through

Quality & Compliance

• Review admissions, physician orders, assessments, and care plans

• Oversee MARs/TARs, narcotic reconciliation, infection control logs, and audits

• Ensure timely completion of documentation, reports, and regulatory logs

• Monitor hydration, weights, labs, hospital transfers, and psychotropic tracking

• Maintain oversight of the Infection Control Program

Staff Supervision & Support

• Manage nursing schedules and assignments

• Assist with staff education, coaching, and disciplinary processes when necessary

• Support Charge Nurses and CNAs in problem-solving clinical issues

• Participate in Medicare and Care Plan meetings

Resident Experience

• Promote dignity, privacy, and professionalism

• Ensure call bells are answered timely

• Conduct environmental and dining experience rounds

• Maintain high standards for infection control and organization

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

• Active Pennsylvania RN license

• Current AHA BLS (Healthcare Provider)

• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) experience

• Valid State Identification

Preferred

• Previous ADON experience

• Strong organizational and leadership skills

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities

• Commitment to high-quality resident-centered care

Why Join Milford Rehabilitation and Healthcare?

We value our leadership team and offer a competitive benefits package:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

Schedule

• Full-Time

• 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

• Additional hours as needed

• On Call Rotation

Ready to Lead With Purpose?

Milford Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.