Nurse Leader & ADON in Long-Term Care | Flexible Scheduling

WesleyLife; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay Access

Flexible scheduling

Health benefits

Vision & dental

401(k)

Wellness center

Scholarship support

Tuition reimbursement

Purdue discount

Leadership training

Referral rewards

Job summary

WesleyLife is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) for Hearthstone in Des Moines, IA. You will share nursing leadership with the DON across our Long-Term Care and Skilled units and guide staff through training and supervision.

You will evaluate resident care needs, coordinate staffing, and lead in-service meetings, surveys, and quality improvement. Expect a supportive, mission-driven workplace with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in Iowa; graduated from an accredited nursing program
• 3–5 years of nursing experience, preferably in geriatric/long-term care
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations, QA, compliance, and clinical practices
• Strong supervisory/leadership skills to develop/supervise nursing personnel
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities and delegate effectively

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing operations within Long-Term Care and Skilled households in collaboration with the DON
• Provide ongoing training, support, and supervision to staff
• Assist in evaluating healthcare services needed for each resident
• Oversee staffing schedules and conduct in-service meetings
• Prepare for surveys and inspections by government agencies
• Partner with the DON for nursing operation efficiencies
• Oversee infection control program and reporting
• Communicate with physicians and families regarding resident status
• Participate in quality improvement activities
• Audit nursing staff performance

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff supervision

Quality improvement

Infection control

Regulatory knowledge

Communication with physicians/families

Education

RN license (Iowa)

Job description

WesleyLife is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) for Hearthstone in Des Moines, IA. You will share nursing leadership with the DON across our Long-Term Care and Skilled units and guide staff through training and supervision.

You will evaluate resident care needs, coordinate staffing, and lead in-service meetings, surveys, and quality improvement. Expect a supportive, mission-driven workplace with comprehensive benefits.