Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

Care Initiatives; Avoca (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus program

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Care Initiatives is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) to support the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department across our communities in Iowa.

You will conduct rounds, enforce policies, coach RNs, and manage administrative tasks to improve department efficiency while ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality resident care. On-call rotation with leadership is required.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in good standing and Iowa activation ability.
• Current CPR certification.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations.
• A desire to learn and grow as part of a quality clinical team.
• Empathy, respect, patience, and discreet patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the DON in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department; support advancement within the organization.
• Conduct regular rounds to monitor care delivery and propose solutions to address concerns.
• Enforce policies and guide the team, promoting growth and accountability.
• Coach RNs to promote teamwork and high-quality care.
• Manage administrative functions to enhance department efficiency.
• Communicate care needs with residents and families clearly.
• Document care accurately to meet clinical, regulatory, and facility standards.
• Follow infection control, safety, and compliance protocols at all times.
• Participate in an on-call rotation with the leadership team.

Skills

Empathy

Leadership

Communication with residents and their

Education

RN license in good standing (Iowa)

Current CPR Certification

Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

Make a Difference Every Day – Join Care Initiatives as an Assistant Director of Nursing!

Join our compassionate care team across more than 40 skilled nursing communities throughout Iowa.If you're a dedicated and empathetic caregiver looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others during their healthcare journey, this is your opportunity to shine.

What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the DON in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department, with the aim of gaining valuable experience and expertise for potential advancement within the organization.
• Conduct regular rounds to monitor care delivery concerns and progress; acknowledge the progress while proposing and helping implement solutions to address concerns.
• Enforce policies and guide the team, fostering both personal and team growth.
• Support and coach RN's to promote teamwork and high-quality care.
• Manage administrative functions to enhance department efficiency and pave the way for future growth.
• Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care needs.
• Document care accurately to meet clinical, regulatory, and facility standards.
• Follow infection control, safety, and compliance protocols at all times.
• Participate in an on-call rotation with other members of the leadership team.

Qualifications:

• Valid RN license in good standing. License must be valid within the state of Iowa, or ability to activate.
• Current, valid CPR Certification.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
• A desire to learn and grow as part of a quality focused clinical team.
• A strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more.

• Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.

• Tuition Reimbursement:Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
• Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!