Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

This is an official AristaCare Talent Acquisition job posting. Candidates who apply through this posting will work directly with our in-house Talent Acquisition Team throughout the recruitment process - not through a third-party staffing or recruitment agency.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the Director of Nursing in leading our nursing department. The ADON plays a key leadership role in ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care, maintaining regulatory compliance, and promoting clinical excellence within our facility.

This position is ideal for a strong clinical leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional resident care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing and managing daily nursing operations
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Promote and maintain the highest standards of resident-centered care
• Support infection control oversight and regulatory readinessPlan, organize, and conduct staff training programs and clinical in-services
• Maintain effective communication across all levels of nursing staff
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet resident care needs
• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives
• Oversee staff competency evaluations and implement corrective action plans when necessary

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Jersey
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible nursing experience in a clinical setting
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience in a long-term care or sub-acute setting
• PCC certification
• Infection Prevention (IP) experience a plus

AristaCare has a dedicated in-house Talent Acquisition Team that recruits directly for our facilities. When you apply through this posting, you are connecting directly with AristaCare - not a third-party staffing or recruitment agency.

Our team will provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information about available positions, schedules, pay rates, incentives, benefits, and career opportunities.

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