Assistant Director of Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) / Health & Wellness Nurse

Charter Senior Living- Pikesville, MD

Starting pay between $39-$42/hr

Looking for our next all-star Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) with assisted living and clinical leadership experience!

At Charter Senior Living, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of our residents through compassionate care, meaningful relationships, and exceptional service. Our mission — To Enhance the Human Spirit — extends not only to our residents, but also to the associates who care for them every day.

We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and clinically strong nurse leader to support the day-to-day healthcare operations of our community while partnering closely with the Director of Nursing / Health & Wellness Director to ensure exceptional resident care, regulatory compliance, and team support.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced LPN or RN who enjoys leadership, mentoring caregivers, supporting clinical operations, and making a meaningful impact in senior living.

If you are passionate about resident-centered care and leading with heart, we would love to meet you!

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• Flexible scheduling

• Free medical insurance plan options

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid training

• Paid time off and holiday pay

• Perfect attendance bonus — earn up to an extra $100/month

• Employee referral bonus opportunities

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Reliable hours and stable scheduling

• Supportive leadership and engaged company support team

• Environment where your voice is heard and appreciated

• Serve with Heart

• Serve with Purpose

• Serve with Courage

• Have Fun While Serving

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) supports the overall clinical operations of the community to ensure residents receive compassionate, high-quality, and individualized care.

This role partners closely with the Director of Nursing / Health & Wellness Director to oversee resident wellness, clinical compliance, medication management, staff support, and day-to-day nursing operations while helping maintain a positive and resident-focused environment.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on clinical leader who thrives in a fast-paced senior living environment and is passionate about mentoring staff, supporting residents, and maintaining high standards of care.

• Assist with oversight of daily clinical operations and resident care services

• Support resident assessments, care plans, and wellness monitoring

• Assist with medication management and clinical documentation processes

• Help supervise, mentor, and support caregiving and medication staff

• Monitor resident condition changes and communicate appropriately with physicians and families

• Support staffing, scheduling, onboarding, and training efforts

• Ensure compliance with state regulations, company policies, and clinical standards

• Assist with survey readiness and quality assurance initiatives

• Promote resident dignity, safety, independence, and quality of life

• Collaborate closely with the Executive Director and department leaders

• Active LPN/LVN or RN license in good standing

• Minimum 1–2 years of nursing leadership or supervisory experience preferred

• Assisted living, memory care, or long-term care experience strongly preferred

• Strong knowledge of resident care, medication management, and regulatory compliance

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Compassionate and resident-focused approach to care

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

We are looking for someone who:

• Leads with compassion, professionalism, and accountability

• Enjoys mentoring and supporting caregiving teams

• Thrives in clinical leadership and resident advocacy

• Maintains strong attention to detail and compliance

• Builds positive relationships with residents, families, and staff

• Brings teamwork, positivity, and reliability to the community every day

“It truly feels like family at Charter.”

“The residents become an extension of my family.”

“They truly live out their mission and values.”

“I love working for a company that genuinely puts people first.”

If you are a passionate nurse leader looking for an opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors every day, apply today to join Charter Senior Living!