Nursing Operations Director - Quality & Compliance

Zenith Healthcare; Amesbury (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Zenith Healthcare is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the Director of Nursing in overseeing daily operations, staffing, and high-quality care across the facility.

The role requires strong leadership, supervisory experience, and a clinical background in nursing with RN licensure. You will participate in care planning, quality improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in a hospital, nursing home, or related healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of nursing practices, long-term care regulations, and infection control standards.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Nursing (DON) in overseeing daily nursing operations, staffing, and care delivery in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Supervise and evaluate nursing staff performance, participate in hiring and disciplinary actions, and ensure proper training and competencies.
• Monitor staff practices, implement policies and procedures, and promote quality care and resident satisfaction.
• Participate in care planning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and resident rounds to ensure appropriate clinical oversight.
• Lead or support quality improvement initiatives (QAPI), infection control programs, and survey readiness efforts.
• Assist with scheduling to meet resident needs and manage staffing resources effectively.
• Serve as acting DON in their absence and respond to resident/family concerns, incidents, or regulatory issues as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Infection control knowledge

CPR certification

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Zenith Healthcare is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the Director of Nursing in overseeing daily operations, staffing, and high-quality care across the facility.

The role requires strong leadership, supervisory experience, and a clinical background in nursing with RN licensure. You will participate in care planning, quality improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulations.