Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) — Lead Care

Care Initiatives; Rock Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Digital Wallet Access

Job summary

Care Initiatives seeks an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON - RN) in Iowa to provide strong clinical leadership across our nursing team. Join a network of over 40 skilled nursing communities where compassionate care and regulatory excellence are priorities.

As ADON you will support the DON, oversee care delivery, mentor RNs, ensure compliance, and coach staff to deliver high-quality resident care while partnering with families and the broader care 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.

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.

Skills

RN leadership

CPR Certification

Regulatory knowledge

Empathy

Education

RN License in good standing (Iowa)

Job description

Care Initiatives seeks an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON - RN) in Iowa to provide strong clinical leadership across our nursing team. Join a network of over 40 skilled nursing communities where compassionate care and regulatory excellence are priorities.

As ADON you will support the DON, oversee care delivery, mentor RNs, ensure compliance, and coach staff to deliver high-quality resident care while partnering with families and the broader care team.