Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) — Lead & Grow Care

Care Initiatives; Dunlap (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; 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 lead and mentor the nursing team across its Iowa communities. You will collaborate with the DON to plan, organize, and direct care services, ensuring compassionate, high-quality resident care and compliance with regulatory standards.

This role emphasizes clinical leadership, staff development, and effective communication with residents, families, and the leadership team.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in good standing in Iowa (or ability to activate).
• Current, valid CPR Certification.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
• Desire to learn and grow as part of a quality focused clinical team.
• Strong commitment to helping others with empathy, respect, patience and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assist the DON in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department.
• Conduct regular rounds to monitor care delivery and propose solutions.
• Enforce policies and guide the team to foster growth.
• Support and coach RNs to promote teamwork and high-quality care.
• Manage administrative functions to enhance department efficiency.
• Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care needs.
• Document care to meet clinical, regulatory, and facility standards.
• Follow infection control and safety protocols; participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

CPR Certification

Regulatory knowledge

Empathy & teamwork

Leadership & communication

Education

RN license in good standing (Iowa)

Job description

Care Initiatives is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) to lead and mentor the nursing team across its Iowa communities. You will collaborate with the DON to plan, organize, and direct care services, ensuring compassionate, high-quality resident care and compliance with regulatory standards.

This role emphasizes clinical leadership, staff development, and effective communication with residents, families, and the leadership team.