Assistant Director of Nursing ADON-RN

Azria Health; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Holiday pay

401(k) plan

Professional growth & advancement

Supportive leadership team

Team-oriented environment

Impactful work

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Azria Health is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – RN to support the Director of Nursing in leading our nursing department and ensuring the highest standards of resident care. You will mentor staff, improve outcomes, and foster a culture of accountability and teamwork.

This role emphasizes staff development, regulatory excellence, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to deliver outstanding clinical outcomes for residents in our care.

Qualifications

• Current, active RN license in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting.
• Minimum 2 years of nurse management experience.
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations, compliance requirements, and survey processes.
• Experience with state reporting and plans of correction.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead, coach, and inspire nursing teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing daily nursing operations.
• Support, mentor, and supervise nursing staff across all shifts.
• Promote a positive team culture through leadership and example.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Collaborate with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to meet resident needs.
• Assist with surveys, audits, state reporting, and plans of correction.
• Help implement departmental goals, policies, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and maintain high standards of clinical care and resident satisfaction.
• Participate in staff development, education, and performance management.

Skills

RN leadership

Supervisory experience

Nurse management

Regulatory compliance

Team development

Communication

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – RN

Lead with Purpose. Make an Impact. Grow Your Career with Azria Health.

At Azria Health, we believe exceptional resident care starts with an exceptional team. Our mission is simple: Happy Team Members create Happy Residents. We're proud of our reputation for compassionate care, strong leadership, and a workplace where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

If you're an experienced RN leader who is passionate about mentoring staff, improving outcomes, and making a difference in the lives of seniors, we'd love to meet you.

Why Join Azria Health?

Competitive Compensation

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday Pay

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Growth & Advancement Opportunities

Supportive Leadership Team

Positive, Team-Oriented Work Environment

Opportunity to Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and results-driven Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the Director of Nursing in leading our nursing department and ensuring the highest standards of resident care.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about developing staff, maintaining regulatory excellence, and delivering outstanding clinical outcomes.

As the ADON, you will play a key leadership role in planning, organizing, and directing nursing operations while helping foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and resident-centered care.

What You'll Do

• Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing daily nursing operations
• Support, mentor, and supervise nursing staff across all shifts
• Promote a positive team culture through leadership and example
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Collaborate with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to meet resident needs
• Assist with surveys, audits, state reporting, and plans of correction
• Help implement departmental goals, policies, and quality improvement initiatives
• Monitor and maintain high standards of clinical care and resident satisfaction
• Participate in staff development, education, and performance management

Qualifications

Required

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting
• Minimum 2 years of nurse management experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations, compliance requirements, and survey processes
• Experience with state reporting and plans of correction
• Ability to lead, coach, and inspire nursing teams

Preferred

• Proven success in improving quality measures and clinical outcomes
• Experience working closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams

What Makes You Successful

You are:

• A confident and compassionate leader
• A strong communicator and team builder
• Resident-focused and service-driven
• Organized, proactive, and solution-oriented
• Committed to excellence, integrity, and accountability

Job Type: Full-Time

License Required: Active RN License