Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
Facility: Yamato Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Location: Boca Raton, Florida
Shift: Full-Time | Days
Salary: $95,000 - $115,000 (based on experience)

Yamato Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) /Staff Development / Infection Preventionist RN to join our leadership team. This essential dual-role position supports our commitment to regulatory compliance, patient safety, and staff excellence.

• Plan, coordinate, and lead comprehensive orientation for new hires, including clinical competencies and mandatory training.

• Develop and deliver ongoing in-service education in accordance with facility standards and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain accurate documentation of staff training, competencies, certifications, and licensure.

• Provide coaching and performance feedback to promote clinical excellence.

• Identify training needs through performance evaluations, clinical outcomes, and survey trends.

• Support and promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

• Oversee infection prevention practices, surveillance, reporting, and compliance with federal and state guidelines.

• Licensure: Active Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license required.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or a related field preferred.

• Staff Development experience in a fast-paced skilled nursing environment.

• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations, JCAHO standards, survey processes, and competency requirements.

• Must be Infection Preventionist certified.

• Minimum 2–3 years of nursing experience in long-term care.

• Experience with PointClickCare, Relias, NHSN, Florida Department of Health, and Florida SHOTS.

• At least 1 year of experience in Staff Development, Infection Prevention, or quality improvement preferred.

• CPR Instructor certification preferred.

• CPHRM or Staff Development certifications (e.g., CDDN, NPD-BC) are a plus or must be obtained within a designated timeframe.

• Strong understanding of long-term care regulations (CMS, F-tags, OSHA).

• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and leadership skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health records (EHR).

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and effective at coaching and motivating staff.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Generous Paid Time Off

• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Insurance

• Team-Oriented Work Environment

• Company Perks and Discounts

• Employee Recognition Programs

Join a facility that values leadership, quality care, and staff development.

Apply today to become part of Yamato Nursing and Rehabilitation Center’s mission of excellence!

Background screening information:
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