Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Covington Post Acute , located in Covington, Tennessee, is a Medicare and Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility. It offers care for up to 98 residents in private and semi-private suites. The facility emphasizes a comfortable and engaging environment with indoor and outdoor common spaces, personalized dietary plans, and a variety of social activities. Additional services include nursing, physical and occupational therapy, mental health support, and more. At Covington Post Acute , we are committed to providing exceptional skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to our residents in a compassionate and supportive environment ensuring our residents thrive in comfort and dignity. We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality care. Whether you are an experienced professional or exploring a rewarding career in healthcare, Covington offers a collaborative and growth-focused workplace where your efforts truly make an impact. Position Overview: The Assistant to the Director of Nursing role supports Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Service Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and facility policy and procedures and as may be directed by the Administrator, the Medical Director, and/or the Director of Nursing Services, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. Assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the nursing service department in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility. Participate in developing, maintaining and updating written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department. Make daily rounds of the facility to ensure that all nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Report findings to the Director. Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility’s quality assurance program. Assist the Director in determining the staffing needs of the nursing service department. Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure that medications are being administered as ordered and that treatments are provided as scheduled. Report medication errors to the Director. Qualifications: Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state. Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility. Must have, as a minimum, 1 year of supervisory experience in a healthcare or post-acute setting preferred or other related health care facility. Must have, as a minimum, 6 months experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices. Working knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation practices. Health Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance Paid Time Off 401(k) We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Covingtonpostacute