Nursing Department Leader (Assistant Director)

Aperion Care; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aperion Care in Niles, IL seeks an Assistant Director of Nursing to support the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, and directing daily operations of the Nursing Department, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local standards and delivering high-quality resident care.

The role emphasizes clinical leadership, policy implementation, staffing oversight, and collaboration with administrators, Medical Director, and nursing staff to maintain a safe, respectful, and compliant care

Qualifications

• Must hold a Nursing Degree from an accredited program.
• Registered Nurse license in good standing required.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a hospital, nursing facility, or related health care setting.
• At least 6 months experience in rehabilitative/restorative nursing practices.
• Current CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, and directing day-to-day nursing operations.
• Develop and update nursing policies and procedures.
• Ensure staff comply with job descriptions and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in facility surveys and discharge planning activities.
• Monitor QA/QM and survey reports and advise on corrective actions.
• Oversee staffing planning and recruitment for nursing personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing mgmt

Education

Nursing Degree

Job description

Aperion Care in Niles, IL seeks an Assistant Director of Nursing to support the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, and directing daily operations of the Nursing Department, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local standards and delivering high-quality resident care.

The role emphasizes clinical leadership, policy implementation, staffing oversight, and collaboration with administrators, Medical Director, and nursing staff to maintain a safe, respectful, and compliant care