Assistant Director of Nursing — Clinical Excellence Leader

Sunrise Senior Living

Edison (NJ)

On-site

USD 94,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis
Disability Plans
Retirement Savings Plans
Employee Assistance Program / Discount
Paid time off, sick time, and holiday
myFlexPay to get paid within hours
Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living seeks an Assistant Director of Nursing Services to support clinical leadership in our skilled nursing center. The ADNS will oversee clinical care, participate in care planning, and ensure regulatory compliance to drive resident-centered outcomes.

The role requires an active RN license, a nursing degree, and 1+ year supervisory experience in skilled nursing. Strong leadership, communication, and infection prevention skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

  • Active RN license is required
  • Graduate of accredited school of nursing
  • 1+ year supervisory experience in skilled nursing
  • Knowledge of long-term care regulations and RAI process
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Experience in infection prevention and quality improvement

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing clinical care and services
  • Participate in care planning, RAI processes, and case management
  • Monitor documentation, medication administration, and MAR/TAR audits
  • Lead infection control practices and safety compliance
  • Conduct daily rounds and collaborate with physicians
  • Support Quality Assurance, surveys, and Plans of Correction
  • Oversee restorative nursing programs and clinical systems
  • Respond to resident and family concerns with professionalism and compassion
  • Assist with staffing, scheduling, training, and performance management
  • Support budget management and cost control initiatives

Skills

RN license
Leadership
Communication
Organizational skills
Infection prevention
Quality improvement

Education

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

Job description

Why Join Sunrise Senior Living

At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day.

As an Assistant Director of Nursing Services (ADNS), you support clinical leadership in our skilled nursing center, ensuring high-quality resident care and regulatory compliance.

What You’ll Do:• Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing clinical care and services• Participate in care planning, RAI processes, and case management• Monitor documentation, medication administration, and MAR/TAR audits• Lead infection control practices and safety compliance• Conduct daily rounds and collaborate with physicians• Support Quality Assurance, surveys, and Plans of Correction• Oversee restorative nursing programs and clinical systems• Respond to resident and family concerns with professionalism and compassion• Assist with staffing, scheduling, training, and performance management• Support budget management and cost control initiatives

You help drive clinical excellence, regulatory readiness, and a culture of resident-centered care.

What We’re Looking For:• Active RN license required• Graduate of accredited school of nursing• 1+ year supervisory experience in skilled nursing• Knowledge of long-term care regulations and RAI process• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills• Experience in infection prevention and quality improvement

Sunrise offers leadership growth, a supportive clinical team, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident care.

If you’re a compassionate nurse leader committed to quality and compliance, apply today!Assistant Director of Nursing – Lead Clinical Excellence in Skilled NursingAssistant Director of Nursing | ADON | Skilled Nursing | Clinical Leadership

As an Assistant Director of Nursing Services (ADNS), you support clinical leadership in our skilled nursing center, ensuring high-quality resident care and regulatory compliance.

What You’ll Do:• Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing clinical care and services• Participate in care planning, RAI processes, and case management• Monitor documentation, medication administration, and MAR/TAR audits• Lead infection control practices and safety compliance• Conduct daily rounds and collaborate with physicians• Support Quality Assurance, surveys, and Plans of Correction• Oversee restorative nursing programs and clinical systems• Respond to resident and family concerns with professionalism and compassion• Assist with staffing, scheduling, training, and performance management• Support budget management and cost control initiatives

You help drive clinical excellence, regulatory readiness, and a culture of resident-centered care.

What We’re Looking For:• Active RN license required• Graduate of accredited school of nursing• 1+ year supervisory experience in skilled nursing• Knowledge of long-term care regulations and RAI process• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills• Experience in infection prevention and quality improvement

Sunrise offers leadership growth, a supportive clinical team, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident care.

If you’re a compassionate nurse leader committed to quality and compliance, apply today!Assistant Director of Nursing – Lead Clinical Excellence in Skilled NursingAssistant Director of Nursing | ADON | Skilled Nursing | Clinical Leadership

As an Assistant Director of Nursing Services (ADNS), you support clinical leadership in our skilled nursing center, ensuring high-quality resident care and regulatory compliance.

What You’ll Do:• Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing clinical care and services• Participate in care planning, RAI processes, and case management• Monitor documentation, medication administration, and MAR/TAR audits• Lead infection control practices and safety compliance• Conduct daily rounds and collaborate with physicians• Support Quality Assurance, surveys, and Plans of Correction• Oversee restorative nursing programs and clinical systems• Respond to resident and family concerns with professionalism and compassion• Assist with staffing, scheduling, training, and performance management• Support budget management and cost control initiatives

You help drive clinical excellence, regulatory readiness, and a culture of resident-centered care.

What We’re Looking For:• Active RN license required• Graduate of accredited school of nursing• 1+ year supervisory experience in skilled nursing• Knowledge of long-term care regulations and RAI process• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills• Experience in infection prevention and quality improvement

Assistant Director of Nursing – Lead Clinical Excellence in Skilled NursingAssistant Director of Nursing | ADON | Skilled Nursing | Clinical Leadership

Pay Range:

93,808.00 - 129,584.00

Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.

We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans

  • Retirement Savings Plans

  • Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program

  • Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay

  • myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.

  • Some benefits have eligibility requirements

Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work®

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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