Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Where Residents and Staff Create True Community

At Horizon House, residents know that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. If you’re looking for a career where you’re valued, not just as an employee but as part of the community, you’re in the right place.

Residents Who Care

Employees are part of the family here—and you’ll feel it from day one. Residents want to know about your life, your family, and your goals. Every December, they organize their own staff appreciation campaign—raising hundreds of thousands of dollars to thank the people who make Horizon House home. That level of respect and generosity is rare in senior living.

Stability You Can Count On

Many of our staff have worked here for years, some for decades. That consistency matters—to residents, to your coworkers, and to your own career growth. When you join Horizon House, you’re joining a team that stays.

A Mission That Matters

We’re a nonprofit Life Plan Community in Seattle’s First Hill neighborhood. There’s no corporate headquarters making decisions from another state. We’re local, independent, and focused on one thing: creating a community where older adults thrive on their own terms.

Benefits That Support You

Compensation & Health

• Competitive pay and regular performance reviews
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with low deductibles
• Life insurance, AD&D, legal protection, and pet insurance options
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  

Time Off & Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off: vacation, sick leave, and floating holidays
• Student loan assistance up to $1,200 annually

Education & Growth

• Up to $8,000 per year in tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents
• Company-paid training and continuing education support
• Clear pathways for career advancement
• Free gym and saltwater pool access
• ORCA card and parking discounts

Join Our Growing Team

We're seeking an experienced and compassionate Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to help lead our Assisted Living team and ensure residents receive outstanding clinical support every day.

Working in partnership with the Director of Nursing (DON), the ADON provides hands‑on clinical leadership, mentors and develops care staff, and helps maintain a culture of excellence, accountability, and resident‑centered care. This is an ideal opportunity for a nurse leader who enjoys being visible on the floor, coaching teams, and making a direct impact on residents' lives.

Starting Pay Range: $115,000 to $125,000 annually

• Maintains a visible, hands‑on leadership presence on the floor to support safe, timely, and dignified resident care, while providing day‑to‑day direction to the full care team.
• Leads, develops, and manages assigned staff to ensure a high performing, engaged, and compliant workforce. Directly supervises Nursing Assistants. Provides defined dotted‑line oversight for Medication Technicians and Resident Care Coordinators (RCCs), who report directly to the Director of Nursing (DON).
• Ensures nursing practice, documentation, medication administration, and infection‑control processes meet regulatory and facility standards
• Ensures nursing staff are prepared and confident in their roles by delivering orientation, ongoing in‑service education, and just‑in‑time coaching that closes identified knowledge and skill gaps.
• Plans, completes, and documents skills competency checks and re‑validations for Resident Care Coordinators (RCCs), Medication Technicians, and NACs to confirm qualifications and demonstrated compliance with facility and regulatory requirements.
• Ensures resident safety and well‑being by monitoring for changes in condition, incidents, and unusual occurrences, responding promptly, and reporting concerns to the Director of Nursing, Assisted Living Administrator, and/or state agency as required.
• Protects residents from abuse, neglect, and misappropriation of property by monitoring allegations, participating in investigations, and consistently safeguarding residents' rights.
• Partners with the interdisciplinary team, physicians, families, and community agencies to coordinate responsive care and resolve concerns and complaints promptly.
• Ensures the community remains inspection‑ready by maintaining compliance with Washington assisted living requirements and facility policies.
• Participates in the on‑call rotation as assigned.
• Supports assisted living department budget planning and manages medical and nursing supplies to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Participates in performance‑improvement activities, facility committees, and move‑in and care‑level decisions as indicated.

Education, Experience, and Knowledge

• Active, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Washington State.
• Experience leading and supervising large teams in assisted living, skilled nursing, a hospital, or a related health care setting.
• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, and the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing assisted living in Washington State.
• Current CPR certification and Food Handler’s Permit.
• Completion of DSHS Dementia and Mental Health training as required by WA State regulations.
• Microsoft Office Applications (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)

Benefits and Perks

• Highly Competitive Benefits Package with Low Deductibles: Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement & Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Discounted Costco Membership
• Discounted Meals
• Company Paid Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• ORCA Card Discount or Discounted Employer Paid Parking
• Staff Scholarship Program - up to $24,000 per year including dependents
• Free Gym and Pool access for employees
• Student Loan Assistance Program - up to $1,200 per year

Horizon House is more than a place to work. It is an opportunity to build a career in a dynamic community dedicated to wellbeing, life fulfillment, and purposeful living in a diverse community. We are looking for future team members who understand that new ideas are welcomed and meant to build and improve on old traditions. We care, we listen, and we value our employees and demonstrate this in everything we do. At Horizon House we foster meaningful work on a diverse team by using the power of an employee driven workplace to enhance wellbeing. Join our team and help make a difference in someone’s life every day.

Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Confidentiality Requirements: Employee accesses, uses and/or discloses Protected Health Information, as defined by HIPAA, only to the extent minimally necessary to accomplish essential job functions. Employee practices appropriate safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, use and/or disclosure of PHR (paper, electronic and oral) within his/her work area.

Equal Opportunity : Horizon House is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Learn more about what it means to be an Equal Opportunity Employer . Additional information can be found here .

All staff must demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. Horizon House is an E-Verify employer. All applicants offered a role must pass a DSHS background check, and drug screening.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodations while seeking employment, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io with the nature of your request.

At Horizon House, we believe that exceptional resident experiences begin with exceptional employees. We foster meaningful work within a diverse team and demonstrate how we value you in everything we do—from competitive compensation to ongoing professional development. Your voice matters here, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow, contribute, and make a difference every day.

Our Core Values

At Horizon House, our foundation rests on four core values that guide everything we do:

We all have valuable ideas to contribute

Respect

We honor the dignity of all individuals

Integrity

We believe in doing the right thing at all times

Stewardship

We commit our resources responsibly to ensure the future well-being for all

Our Mission

Purposeful living in a diverse community.

Our Vision

Using the power of resident‑engaged community to enhance well-being.

Frequently Asked Questions

What benefits am I eligible for as a new hire?

Full‑time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package beginning the first of the month following 30 days from their date of hire. This includes medical, dental, vision and a variety of additional benefit options designed to support your well‑being and financial security. Many other benefits begin on day one, including paid time off accruals, retirement contributions, and additional programs that support you from the start.

Part‑time and on‑call employees are also eligible for select benefits and perks, such as retirement plans, though eligibility for benefits vary based on regularly scheduled hours. Human Resources will review the details of benefit eligibility during the offer process.

Does Horizon House support professional development?

Absolutely. Beyond $8,000 in annual tuition reimbursement (for you and your dependents), we offer company‑paid training and support for continuing education relevant to your role. We invest in your growth.

What makes the culture here different?

The relationship between staff and residents. Residents don’t see you as “the help”—they see you as neighbors, as family. That respect shows up in everything. It’s a culture of mutual care that you won’t find at most senior living communities.