Nursing Leadership: Assistant Director of Nursing

Cedarhurst Senior Living; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

401(k) plan with company match (after

GROW Points rewards system

Skechers shoe discounts

Early paycheck access

Job summary

Cedarhurst Senior Living is hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing to lead clinical operations in our Kentucky community. You will work closely with the Director of Nursing to ensure high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and staff development.

The ADON oversees nursing staff, medication administration, and ongoing quality improvement. The role emphasizes team leadership, resident safety, and collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teams to maintain Cedarhurst’s standards

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an active state license (RN or LPN).
• 3+ years of nursing experience preferred, with leadership exposure.
• CPR and BLS certification preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and nursing documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Nursing in defining nursing practice standards.
• Oversee medication administration and treatment delivery per care plans.
• Develop in-service education programs for nursing staff.
• Lead daily rounds and monitor quality of care.
• Participate in management planning and policy development.
• Assess residents for appropriate care levels and coordinate staffing.
• Ensure accurate eMAR and timely medication delivery.
• Interview, hire, train, and retain a high-performing nursing team.
• Promote resident well-being and safety; support occupancy growth.

Skills

Nursing leadership

CPR & BLS certified

Clinical oversight

Education

RN or LPN license

CPR/BLS certification preferred

Tools

eMAR familiarity

Attendance on Demand

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cedarhurst Senior Living is hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing to lead clinical operations in our Kentucky community. You will work closely with the Director of Nursing to ensure high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and staff development.

The ADON oversees nursing staff, medication administration, and ongoing quality improvement. The role emphasizes team leadership, resident safety, and collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teams to maintain Cedarhurst’s standards