Nursing Operations Leader | Assistant Director of Nursing

Maplewood Rehabilitation & Nursing Center; Amesbury (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Maplewood Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Amesbury, MA seeks an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the DON in managing daily nursing operations, staffing, and care delivery, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality resident care.

The ADON will lead staff development, oversee performance and training, coordinate care plans, participate in QAPI and infection control initiatives, and, in the DON's absence, serve as acting director.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree from an accredited institution.
• Active, unrestricted RN license in the state.
• 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

• Oversee 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

RN license

Supervisory experience

Infection control knowledge

CPR certification

Nursing leadership

Communication

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Maplewood Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Amesbury, MA seeks an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the DON in managing daily nursing operations, staffing, and care delivery, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality resident care.

The ADON will lead staff development, oversee performance and training, coordinate care plans, participate in QAPI and infection control initiatives, and, in the DON's absence, serve as acting director.