Assistant Director of Nursing ( ADON )

Northport Health Services; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401(k) match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Northport Health Services in Ocala, FL seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to help lead our nursing department and support high-quality, resident-centered care across the facility.

The ADON will work with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily operations, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor staff, and drive quality improvement while coordinating services with other departments and communicating with residents and families.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Florida.
• Minimum 3 years nursing experience.
• At least 1 year of supervisory/management experience.
• Long-term care/geriatric nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing with the daily management of the nursing department.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and facility requirements.
• Ensure nursing documentation is complete, accurate, and timely.
• Make daily rounds to monitor resident care, staff performance, safety concerns, and operational needs.
• Follow up on changes in residents’ conditions to ensure they are reported, documented, and addressed.
• Complete clinical chart audits and report findings to the Director of Nursing.
• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives.
• Monitor infection prevention and control practices.
• Assist with coordinating nursing services across departments.
• Maintain effective communication with residents, families, physicians, nursing staff, and facility leadership.
• Support, coach, and provide direction to nursing team members.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Regulatory compliance

Clinical documentation

Communication

Problem solving

Education

RN license in Florida

Job description

Join a team committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents every day. Our long-term care and rehabilitation facility provides the opportunity to support residents as they recover, regain independence, and work toward their individual goals.

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to help lead our nursing department and support the delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care.

Position Overview

The Assistant Director of Nursing works closely with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily nursing operations, support clinical staff, maintain regulatory compliance, and promote quality outcomes throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing with the daily management of the nursing department.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and facility requirements.
• Ensure nursing documentation is complete, accurate, and timely.
• Make daily rounds to monitor resident care, staff performance, safety concerns, and operational needs.
• Follow up on changes in residents’ conditions to ensure they are properly reported, documented, and addressed.
• Complete clinical chart audits and report findings to the Director of Nursing.
• Recommend and assist with corrective actions and performance improvements.
• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives.
• Monitor infection prevention and control practices.
• Assist with coordinating nursing services across departments.
• Maintain effective communication with residents, families, physicians, nursing staff, and facility leadership.
• Support, coach, and provide direction to nursing team members.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in the state of Florida.
• At least three years of nursing experience required.
• At least one year of nursing supervisory or management experience required.
• Long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or geriatric nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to review clinical reports, analyze data, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to organize nursing operations, manage personnel, and coordinate services with other departments.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance, including an affordable Gold Plan option.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid holidays and paid vacation.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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