Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Medford Multicare Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the Director of Nursing in managing daily operations of the nursing department and ensuring compassionate, high-quality resident care.

The ADON will supervise RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, participate in planning and evaluating services, ensure regulatory compliance, support staff training and performance reviews, and collaborate with physicians and families to uphold care standards.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in New York or compact license.
• Experience in supervision within long-term care or rehabilitation preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to organize and prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and supervising nursing staff including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
• Support the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, and evaluating nursing services.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, policies, and best practices in long-term care.
• Participate in staff training, scheduling, performance evaluations, and disciplinary processes.
• Monitor resident care to maintain quality, safety, and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, residents, and families.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

RN license (New York)

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
Location: Waterview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Waterview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the Director of Nursing in overseeing the daily operations of the nursing department. The ADON helps ensure the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care to residents while maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and facility regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing and supervising nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs

• Support the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, and evaluating nursing services

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, policies, and best practices in long-term care

• Participate in staff training, scheduling, performance evaluations, and disciplinary processes

• Monitor resident care to maintain quality, safety, and satisfaction

• Assist with infection control, quality assurance, and clinical audits

• Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, residents, and families

Qualifications:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York

• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in long-term care or rehabilitation preferred

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations

This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting a skilled nursing team and helping ensure residents receive exceptional care in a supportive and professional environment.