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Optalis Healthcare; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Optalis Healthcare in Muskegon, MI is seeking an RN Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – Staff Development Coordinator to lead orientation, education, and competency development for our nursing team. The ADON will promote resident safety, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with nursing leadership to elevate the quality of care.

This role combines clinical leadership with hands-on staff development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current, unrestricted RN license.
• Experience in nursing leadership or staff education preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Passion for teaching, mentoring, and developing nursing professionals.
• Knowledge of skilled nursing regulations and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and conduct orientation and onboarding for new nursing employees.
• Develop and provide ongoing staff education, in-service training, and competency assessments.
• Support compliance with state and federal regulations, facility policies, and clinical standards.
• Assist with infection prevention, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Monitor staff competencies and identify opportunities for professional development.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to promote resident safety and high-quality care.
• Assist the Director of Nursing with clinical leadership and daily nursing operations as needed.

Skills

RN license

Nursing leadership

Staff education

Communication

Organization

Job description

RN Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) - Staff Development

Are you a passionate nursing leader who loves mentoring, educating, and empowering others?

We are seeking a motivated, knowledgeable, and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our leadership team as an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) - Staff Development Coordinator. This individual will play a key role in developing our nursing staff, promoting quality resident care, and ensuring our team has the knowledge and skills needed to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and conduct orientation and onboarding for new nursing employees.

Develop and provide ongoing staff education, in-service training, and competency assessments.

Support compliance with state and federal regulations, facility policies, and clinical standards.

Assist with infection prevention, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives.

Monitor staff competencies and identify opportunities for professional development.

Collaborate with nursing leadership to promote resident safety and high-quality care.

Assist the Director of Nursing with clinical leadership and daily nursing operations as needed.

Qualifications

Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.

Nursing leadership, staff education, or long-term care experience preferred.

Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Passion for teaching, mentoring, and developing nursing professionals.

Knowledge of skilled nursing regulations, clinical practices, and documentation requirements.

Why Join Our Team?

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident care.

Supportive leadership and a collaborative work environment.

Opportunity to grow professionally while developing the next generation of nursing staff.