Assistant DIrector of Nursing RN

Complete Care Management LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Complete Care Management LLC seeks an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) with RN licensure to supervise daily nursing activities, oversee clinical staff, and ensure regulatory compliance across our Chicago, IL facility. The role partners with the DON to foster a compassionate environment and maintain high standards of patient care.

Responsibilities include staff scheduling, performance evaluations, QA participation, care planning, and admission/discharge coordination, while ensuring resident

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered RN license.
• Minimum of 3 years of nursing supervisory experience.
• Preferred LTC or skilled nursing experience.
• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience with rehabilitative/restorative nursing and direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily nursing activities and ensure quality care.
• Oversee clinical staff and regulatory compliance.
• Lead in staff scheduling, performance evaluations, and training.
• Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharge planning.
• Serve as liaison between residents, families, and physicians.
• Investigate abuse allegations and ensure resident rights and safety.
• Participate in QA and care planning.

Skills

Nursing supervision

Leadership

Communication

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – RN

Role Summary

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) is responsible for supervising daily nursing activities to ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained. Working closely with the Director of Nursing (DON), you will oversee clinical staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a compassionate environment for our residents in accordance with federal, state, and local standards.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Supervision & Quality Assurance

• Daily Operations: Assist the DON in directing nursing functions and ensure all personnel follow the Nursing Procedures Manual.

• Rounds & Monitoring: Conduct daily clinical rounds to evaluate resident status and ensure nursing standards are met.

• Quality Improvement: Participate in the facility’s QA program, coordinate with the Assessment Committee, and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Documentation: Review nurses’ notes and charts for accuracy, descriptiveness, and adherence to care plans and physician orders.

Staff Leadership & Management

• Staffing: Ensure appropriate RN, LPN, and CNA staffing levels are maintained for your tour of duty.

• Personnel Management: Assist in performance evaluations, work assignments, and identify areas for staff improvement or disciplinary action.

• Training: Lead in-service training and provide leadership mentorship to Charge Nurses and floor staff.

Resident Care & Advocacy

• Care Planning: Participate in the development of comprehensive resident assessments and interdisciplinary care plans.

• Admissions/Discharges: Coordinate resident transitions, including admissions, transfers, and discharge planning.

• Communication: Serve as a liaison between residents, families, and physicians regarding changes in condition or treatment plans.

• Rights & Safety: Investigation of any allegations of abuse, ensuring resident privacy, and honoring the right to refuse treatment.

Qualifications & Requirements

• License: Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license.

• Experience: * Required: Minimum of Three (3) years of experience of Nursing Supervisory experience in a hospital, nursing home or related healthcare facility.

  • Preferred: Previous experience in Long-Term Care (LTC) or Skilled Nursing.

• Education: Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.

• Clinical Skills: Training in rehabilitative/restorative nursing practices and ability to provide direct care (IVs, specimens, etc.) when necessary.

• Leadership: Proven ability to make independent decisions, manage a team harmoniously, and remain calm under pressure.

Schedules & Benefits

• Benefits: Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package.

• Growth: Career advancement opportunities within the Complete Care network.

Complete Care is an equal opportunity employer.