Assistant Director of Nursing- RN

The-Stratford; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stratford in Carmel, IN, is seeking an ADON (RN) to oversee nursing care on a 24-hour basis within our SNF units. You will lead and evaluate Care Services staff, ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, and uphold our People First philosophy.

Requirements include current RN licensure, a 2- or 4-year degree, and at least two years in a similar healthcare role, with five years preferred. Strong clinical leadership and teamwork are essential for daily resident care.

Qualifications

• Current state RN licensure in good standing.
• Two- or four-year college degree required.
• Two years’ healthcare experience required; five years preferred.
• Strong leadership and supervision of nursing staff.
• Ability to manage resident care on a 24-hour basis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing staff delivering direct resident care.
• Maintain resident charts, care plans, and regulatory documents.
• Liaise with campus and regulatory agencies; ensure compliance.
• Administer medications and adjust nursing activities as needed.
• Lead staff meetings and nursing program implementation.
• Conduct daily resident rounds and initiate corrective action.
• Attend in-service trainings and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Clinical nursing

Team supervision

Regulatory compliance

Education

RN licensure

High school diploma or GED

Two-/Four-year degree

Tools

Electronic Records

Job description

At The Stratford, we're not just a luxury senior living company; we're a community recognized as a Great Place to Work (R) and we take immense pride in that designation. Our philosophy, "People First, Always," underscores everything we do. We believe that our dedicated team is our greatest asset, driving us to create compassionate, respectful, and meaningful interactions every day.

Why Choose The Stratford?

• A Culture of Growth and Teamwork: We foster an environment where your contributions are celebrated, and your personal and professional growth is encouraged.
• Make a Difference: Your work will enrich the lives of our residents and fellow team members, creating a lasting positive impact in our community.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values each member's input, promotes collaboration, and strives to create a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.

We’re looking for an ADON (RN):

ADON implements standards of resident care on a 24-hour basis in the SNF units of the campus. This position helps oversee the nursing aspects, directing and evaluating of Care Services personnel providing direct resident care within the campus. Must have a current state licensure as a RN in good standing, be able to work the clinical floor, have a shared vision with the team, focused on providing excellent clinical care, and present a positive attitude each day. Skilled Nursing experience is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintains residents’ charts to include all admission documents, care plans, records of care, and any other documents required by state regulatory agencies.
• Operates the SNF areas in compliance with all regulations from federal, state, or any other governmental agencies having jurisdiction over the campus and act as liaison between the campus and regulatory agencies.
• Implements the administration of resident medications, assesses response tomedications and treatments and makes appropriate adjustments or recommendations for nursing activity to be implemented.
• Participates in and leads staff meetings and implements nursing program.
• Conducts daily resident rounds and initiates corrective action as necessary.
• Participates in and attends all in-service training and education programs as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Expected Hours of Work:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• This position is very active and requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and climbing.
• This position will be required to lift or carry weight up to 50 lbs. and ability to push up to 250 pounds independently.
• The individual must use proper body mechanics to assist residents in their daily living.
• This position regularly requires long hours and frequent night and weekend work.

TRAVEL:

No travel is expected although occasional travel may be required for training sessions, continuing education opportunities, emergency situations, and other company functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two- or Four-yearcollege or university degree required.
• Current state licensure as a Nurse is required.
• Two years’ experience in a similar healthcare position required.
• Five years of healthcare experience desired.
• Remain in good standing with all standards of the Nurse Practice Act.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
• Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
• Ability to use Electronic Records and miscellaneous software and office equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow directions as given.