Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Location: Playa del Rey, CA
Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Salary: $125,000-$135,000 per year
Reports To: Director of Nursing (DON) / Owner

Is Vitale Nursing Right for You?

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse looking to grow into a senior leadership role in Home Health? Are you passionate about developing clinical teams, improving patient outcomes, and leading with compassion, accountability, and excellence?

At Vitale Nursing, Inc. , our nurses are the foundation of our success. We provide concierge-level home health and private duty nursing services with a commitment to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. We are seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing who will partner with our Director of Nursing to lead our clinical team, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the continued growth of our agency.

If you are looking for a leadership opportunity where your clinical expertise, operational skills, and ability to mentor others will make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing in the overall leadership, supervision, and coordination of clinical services throughout the agency. The ADON shares responsibility for maintaining compliance with California Home Health regulations, agency policies, and professional nursing standards while supporting daily clinical operations, quality improvement, staff development, and patient care coordination.

This role serves as a key member of the leadership team and helps ensure patients receive safe, compassionate, and high-quality care while supporting clinicians in delivering exceptional service.

Primary Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership

• Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing the delivery of high-quality home health and private duty nursing services.
• Provide clinical leadership and support to RNs, LVNs, CNAs, Home Health Aides, and caregivers.
• Review patient assessments, plans of care, and clinical documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure patient care is delivered in accordance with physician orders, agency policies, and professional nursing standards.
• Evaluate patients for appropriate levels of care and service eligibility.
• Promote patient safety, clinical excellence, and positive patient outcomes.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Assist with maintaining compliance with California Home Health regulations, Medicare Conditions of Participation, HIPAA, OSHA, and agency policies.
• Support agency readiness for State and Federal surveys, audits, and accreditation reviews.
• Conduct chart audits, documentation reviews, and quality assurance activities.
• Assist with investigating incidents, complaints, and clinical concerns and implementing corrective action plans.
• Promote continuous quality improvement and regulatory compliance throughout the agency.

Staff Leadership & Development

• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and orienting clinical staff.
• Train, mentor, and coach clinicians in both office and field settings.
• Conduct competency assessments and ongoing clinical education.
• Participate in employee evaluations, coaching, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and supportive work environment.

Operations & Care Coordination

• Collaborate with intake, scheduling, case management, and administrative teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Assist with staff assignments based on patient needs, clinician competency, and availability.
• Help resolve staffing challenges and operational issues.
• Coordinate with billing and payroll departments to ensure timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Support day-to-day clinical operations and workflow efficiency.

Patient & Family Support

• Serve as a clinical resource for patients, families, and staff.
• Respond to patient concerns and service issues promptly and professionally.
• Promote exceptional communication and concierge-level customer service.
• Ensure patient rights, privacy, and confidentiality are maintained at all times.

Leadership Support

• Participate in scheduled leadership on-call and escalation rotations.
• Assist with urgent clinical, staffing, and operational matters after business hours as needed.
• Support the Director of Nursing in achieving agency goals, maintaining survey readiness, and driving operational excellence.

Required

• Active, unrestricted California Registered Nurse (RN) License.
• Associate Degree in Nursing or higher.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Minimum three years of Home Health experience.
• Minimum two years of supervisory or leadership experience in a healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of Home Health regulations, clinical documentation, and quality assurance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel to patient homes and agency locations as needed.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Google, Adobe, etc.

Preferred

• Leadership experience within Home Health or Private Duty Nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Experience preparing for or participating in regulatory surveys and audits.
• Familiarity with AlayaCare, CareAcademy, or similar electronic medical record systems.
• Experience in concierge healthcare or high-touch patient care environments.

The successful Assistant Director of Nursing will:

• Lead with integrity, accountability, and compassion.
• Thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Be highly organized and solutions-focused.
• Demonstrate strong clinical judgment and decision-making.
• Mentor and develop nursing staff.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and survey readiness.
• Build collaborative relationships across departments.
• Remain calm under pressure while ensuring exceptional patient care.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Vacation
• Yearly Bonus if Metrics are met

Why Join Vitale Nursing?

At Vitale Nursing, we believe great patient care starts with exceptional leadership. We invest in our employees through mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement. We foster a culture built on teamwork, accountability, respect, and continuous improvement while celebrating the accomplishments of our staff.

If you’re ready to grow your leadership career and help shape the future of a high-performing home health agency, we’d love to hear from you.

Vitale Nursing, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected.