Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) - Skilled Nursing Facility

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

Centrally located in Torrance, California, Sunnyside Nursing and Post-Acute Care provides sub-acute nursing care, rehabilitation services, skilled nursing, and long-term care. Our compassionate staff offers individualized care plans for each resident to ensure personalized care is provided to all our patients with a goal to return home.

Our team of qualified professionals provides compassionate care by:

• Maintaining high medical integrity
• Fostering a team spirit among staff
• Creating friendly, beautiful surroundings for our residents and their visitors

We understand the importance of creating a comfortable and nurturing atmosphere for all our residents.

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) plays a crucial role in supporting the Chief Clinical Officer in overseeing the clinical operations of our skilled nursing facility while ensuring high-quality care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist in the planning, organization, and implementation of nursing services in accordance with professional standards and regulations.
• Supervise nursing staff including RNs, LVNs, and CNAs, ensuring adherence to care protocols.
• Coordinate resident care activities with the healthcare team, enhancing interdisciplinary communication.
• Assist in ongoing assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of resident care plans.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to staff training and development to promote effective nursing practices.
• Support the Chief Clinical Officer in administrative functions and operational planning.
• Support the clinical team to promote retention and job satisfaction
• Provide support the clinical team afterhours and over the weekend when necessary
• Responsible for hiring, progressive discipline, training, mentoring, and coaching staff

Requirements

• Must have a current and active California Registered nurse license (BSN preferred)
• Strong professional communication, relationship building, and organization skills
• Three to five years nursing leadership experience; direct personnel management experience highly preferred
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to run with large conceptual ideas, operationalize projects, and direct appropriate staff
• Knowledge of Point Click Care (PCC)
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Why Work for Sunnyside Nursing & Post-Acute Care

• Top of the Market Wages: $120,000- 130,000 annual salary
• Paid orientation and training
• Opportunities for growth
• Paid sick leave/paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• 401K
• Loving and caring work environment

We take great pride in meeting or exceeding CDC and CMS standards. On-site experts provide teaching, coaching, and support on infection prevention practices. In addition, we maintain an abundant supply of PPE, including N95/KN95 masks, for all who provide care and services to our patients and residents. Our multiple testing capabilities, including Point-of-Care (POC) testing, are available at every location and comply with CMS and local guidance

If hired, we require that all employees be vaccinated, unless a medical or religious accommodation is needed.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity & pride ourselves on creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.