Assistant Director of Nursing – Assisted Living

428 Healthcare; Lamar (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar Estates in Lamar, Colorado, seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to lead our nursing team in an assisted living setting. The ADON will oversee staffing, ensure high-quality resident care, maintain regulatory compliance, and collaborate with the healthcare team to support outstanding outcomes for residents and families.

Strong leadership, clear communication, and EMR familiarity are required as you mentor staff, manage priorities, and drive performance improvement

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Colorado.
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience, preferably in long-term care or assisted living.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and healthcare technology.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the nursing team, ensuring high-quality care for residents.
• Develop staffing plans, schedules, and assignments for adequate coverage and patient safety.
• Conduct regular assessments of resident care and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure coordination of care.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and staff.
• Stay up-to-date with regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and optimal care.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and quality assurance activities.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of resident care and services.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Team motivation

Education

RN license (Colorado)

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Lamar Estates in Lamar, Colorado, seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to lead our nursing team in an assisted living setting. The ADON will oversee staffing, ensure high-quality resident care, maintain regulatory compliance, and collaborate with the healthcare team to support outstanding outcomes for residents and families.

Strong leadership, clear communication, and EMR familiarity are required as you mentor staff, manage priorities, and drive performance improvement