RN Leadership Role- Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

Sweeping Corporation of America; Iowa; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Referral Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Digital Wallet Access

Job summary

Care Initiatives is seeking a seasoned RN to join as Assistant Director of Nursing in Iowa. This leadership role supports the Director of Nursing, leads nursing staff, and drives compliant, high-quality care across our 40+ skilled nursing communities.

You will coach RNs, ensure policy adherence, and participate in on-call leadership rotations while focusing on resident safety and regulatory compliance through teamwork and empathy.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in good standing in Iowa or activatable in Iowa.
• Current CPR certification.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a leadership clinical team.
• Strong commitment to empathy, respect and discretion in care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the DON in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department.
• Conduct rounds to monitor care delivery and propose solutions.
• Enforce policies and guide the team for growth.
• Coach RNs to promote teamwork and high-quality care.
• Manage administrative functions to improve department efficiency.
• Communicate with residents and families about care needs.
• Document care to meet clinical and regulatory standards.
• Follow infection control, safety, and compliance protocols.
• Participate in an on-call rotation with leadership team.

Skills

RN license in good standing

CPR Certification

Regulatory knowledge (long-term care)

Desire to learn and grow

Empathy and discretion

Job description

RN Leadership Role- Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

Make a Difference Every Day - Join Care Initiatives as an Assistant Director of Nursing!

Join our compassionate care team across more than 40 skilled nursing communities throughout Iowa.If you're a dedicated and empathetic caregiver looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others during their healthcare journey, this is your opportunity to shine.

What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the DON in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department, with the aim of gaining valuable experience and expertise for potential advancement within the organization.
• Conduct regular rounds to monitor care delivery concerns and progress; acknowledge the progress while proposing and helping implement solutions to address concerns.
• Enforce policies and guide the team, fostering both personal and team growth.
• Support and coach RN's to promote teamwork and high-quality care.
• Manage administrative functions to enhance department efficiency and pave the way for future growth.
• Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care needs.
• Document care accurately to meet clinical, regulatory, and facility standards.
• Follow infection control, safety, and compliance protocols at all times.
• Participate in an on-call rotation with other members of the leadership team.

Qualifications:

• Valid RN license in good standing. License must be valid within the state of Iowa, or ability to activate.
• Current, valid CPR Certification.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
• A desire to learn and grow as part of a quality focused clinical team.
• A strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more.
• Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.
• Tuition Reimbursement:Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
• Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn - no more waiting for payday!

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At Care Initiatives, we’re committed to helping you grow your career while improving the lives of those we serve.