RN - Assistant Director of Nursing Westerly

Rhode Island Medical Society; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Health Insurance

401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid weekly

Early Access to Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Rhode Island Medical Society seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to lead nursing teams in skilled nursing, sub-acute, and memory care settings. The role focuses on resident-centered care, supervising staff, and ensuring high clinical standards.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, oversee care plans, and maintain accurate records in compliance with regulations. A strong clinical background and leadership in long-term care are essential.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Rhode Island
• Minimum 5 years nursing experience
• Leadership experience in long-term care setting
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing long-term care
• Experience with geriatric populations and memory care
• Ability to supervise nursing staff and coordinate care

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, supervise, and evaluate nursing care to meet clinical and financial goals
• Provide guidance and supervision to non-professional staff
• Ensure care assignments match staff competencies and patient needs
• Schedule and assign nursing staff; ensure timely follow-up
• Support patients and families to establish a positive work environment
• Respond to questions from patients and health care team; provide information
• Report significant changes in resident conditions to the Director of Nursing
• Communicate changes in resident conditions to physician and family
• Oversee medication administration and treatments as prescribed
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care
• Educate residents and families on health conditions and discharge plans
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant resident records and documentation
• Participate in case management for continuity of care
• Support in specialized areas such as PT, OT, SUD, Pain Management

Skills

Experienced ADON

Registered nurse in state

Nursing leadership

Medication administration

EMR PCC

Memory care techniques

MDS familiarity

Case management

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing (preferred)

Tools

PCC EMR

Job description

Sign on Bonus $5,000

Join our Caring Family as an Assistant Director of Nursing!

Are you a passionate and dedicated nurse looking tomake a real difference in the lives of residents? Royal Health invites you to become a vital part of our family-owned skilled nursing facilities, where your skills and compassion willSHINE!

We are offering an impressive$5,000 sign-on bonus, along with competitive rates and immediate access to insurance benefits on your first day. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes from our “Work Today, Get Paid Today” program, along with weekly pay, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program designed to support you both personally and professionally.

BENEFITS

• Paid weekly

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

• Employee Sponsored Life Insurance

• 401k

• Vacation, Holiday and Sick Pay

• Early Access to Pay

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Various Discount Programs (Verizon, Sprint, AT&T, Club Memberships, etc.)

• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

At our facilities, we pride ourselves on delivering the highest standards of personal care, while fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. As an ADON you will play a key role in providing exceptional long-term care, sub-acute care, and memory care. Your strong clinical skills and commitment to resident-centered care will help us meet the evolving needs of those we serve.

If you are ready to join a compassionate team that values your contributions and growth, we want to hear from you!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, organizes, directs, supervises and evaluates nursing care provided to achieve clinical and financial outcomes.

• Provides professional guidance and supervision to non-professional staff.

• Ensures patient care assignments are consistent with staff competencies, scope of practice and the needs of the patients.

• Completes patient care requirements by scheduling and assigning nursing and staff; follows up on work results

• Establishes a positive work environment by providing support to patients and families

• Provides information to patients and health care team by answering questions and requests

• Ensures complete and prompt reporting to the Director of Nursing

• Ensures that significant changes in residents' conditions are communicated to the physician and family or responsible party

• Associate's degree in nursing required; Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred

• 2-4 years of experience in nurse leadership in a long-term care setting

• Knowledge of state and federal regulations

• Experience with geriatric psychiatric population

• Assess resident health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans.

• Supervises the administration of medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.

• Monitor resident progress and respond to changes in condition.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care.

• Educate residents and their families regarding health conditions, treatment plans, and discharge.

• Maintain accurate resident records and documentation in compliance with state and federal regulations, while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.

• Participate in case management activities to ensure continuity of care.

• Provide support in specialized areas such as PT, OT, SUD, Pain Management, etc.

SKILLS

• Experienced ADON

• Registered or Licensed Nurse in the state

• 5 years or more of nursing experience

• Leadership experience

• Medication administration

• EMR: PCC (Point Click Care)

• Proficiency in memory care techniques and protocols.

• Knowledge of MDS (Minimum Data Set) assessments for long-term care facilities.

• Familiarity with operations in Skilled Nursing, Sub-Acute, and Dementia Units.

• Strong background in case management practices.

• Ability to work effectively in a medical office environment.

• Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected under applicable law.

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