Assistant Director of Nursing - ADON

The Arboretum of Winnie; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

AD&D and disability coverage

Life insurance: whole and term

Job summary

Creative Solutions in Healthcare is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to lead nursing staff, ensure high-quality resident care, and support regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes staffing, care planning, infection control, and resource management in a dynamic long-term care setting.

The ADON will coordinate with physicians, nursing teams, and consultants to develop individualized care plans and uphold documentation standards while managing budget and census considerations.

Qualifications

• Licensed nurse in good standing with State Board of Nursing.
• Proven leadership/management experience.
• Background in geriatric or long-term care nursing.
• Experience with restorative care principles and quality assessment.
• Working knowledge of nursing home regulations and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Support staffing needs and assist floor staffing when needed.
• Oversee resident care planning, MDS, performance improvement, and infection control programs.
• Hire, train, evaluate, and delegate nursing duties based on census and budget needs.
• Review and maintain accurate resident records and documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing teams to design individualized care plans.
• Ensure access to equipment, supplies, and other care resources.

Skills

Licensed nurse

Leadership

Geriatric care

Restorative care

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

Join Our Team as an Assistant Director of Nursing

Support Nursing Excellence and Resident Care

We’re seeking a dedicated and reliable Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our team! This leadership role plays a vital part in ensuring quality resident care, staff support, and regulatory compliance. Success in this position requires dependability, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to multitask and collaborate in a dynamic environment.

Your Impact as an Assistant Director of Nursing

In this role, you will:

• Support Staffing Needs: Step in to assist floor staffing when needed

• Oversee Resident Care: Contribute to MDS, care planning, Performance Improvement, and Infection Control programs

• Manage Nursing Staff: Hire, train, evaluate, assign, and delegate nursing duties based on census and budget needs

• Ensure Accurate Documentation: Review and maintain up-to-date and accurate resident records

• Develop Care Plans: Collaborate with physicians, nursing teams, and consultants to design individualized care plans

• Support Staff Resources: Ensure timely access to equipment, supplies, and other care resources

• Uphold Infection Control: Conduct assessments and implement effective infection control measures

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is a licensed nurse in good standing with the State Board of Nursing

• Has strong technical skills and proven leadership/management experience

• Brings a background in geriatric or long-term care nursing

• Embraces a restorative care philosophy with strong assessment and communication skills

• Has working knowledge of nursing home regulations and compliance standards

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Extra Protection: AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness, and more

• Life Insurance: Whole and Term Policies

• Professional Growth: Tuition Reimbursement for continued education

• Time to Recharge: Paid Time Off

• Retirement Planning: Immediate 401(k) eligibility

• Unwavering Support: Exceptional corporate resources

Equal Opportunity Employer

Creative Solutions in Healthcare is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.