Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Ready to take the next step in your nursing leadership career? Waters Edge Health and Rehab would love to meet you!

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team as an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON). This is an exciting opportunity to grow your leadership skills while making a meaningful impact alongside a strong, supportive leadership team led by Ebony, our Director of Nursingand wed be even better with you!

Position Summary

The ADON serves as a key clinical and operational leader within the facility. This role supports the Director of Nursing in overseeing daily nursing operations, staffing, regulatory compliance, infection prevention programs, and quality improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a confident RN leader with long-term care experience who is adaptable, approachable, and committed to continuous improvement. You will play a critical role in ensuring high-quality resident care, supporting staff development, and promoting a positive, solutions-focused culture.

Clinical & Operational Leadership

• Assist the DON in managing day-to-day nursing department operations
• Supervise nursing staff and provide clinical guidance and support
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, workflow, and unit performance
• Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Monitor resident outcomes, quality measures, and regulatory compliance
• Ensure accurate, timely documentation and reporting
• Participate in clinical leadership on-call rotation

Staff Development

• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and staff evaluations
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback
• Support disciplinary processes as needed
• Promote teamwork and a positive work environment

Infection Prevention & Quality Assurance

• Develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention and control programs (CDC, OSHA, and state guidelines)
• Conduct infection surveillance, audits, and trend analysis
• Investigate outbreaks and implement corrective actions
• Provide ongoing staff education on infection control, PPE use, and outbreak response
• Collaborate with housekeeping, dietary, and clinical teams to maintain a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Wisconsin
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in long-term care (required)
• Experience in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) / Long-Term Care (LTC) required
• Infection Preventionist certification preferred or willingness to obtain
• Strong knowledge of infection control standards and nursing best practices
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

What We Offer

We believe in supporting the people who care for our residents every day. Our team environment is positive, respectful, and focused on quality care.

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Early wage access through Tapcheck
• PTO and holiday pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee referral program
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Year-round employee appreciation events
• And more

Our Mission

At Waters Edge Health and Rehabilitation Center, we are committed to providing care with:

• Dignity Every resident and employee is treated with respect
• Kindness We care for residents like family
• Individuality Every resident has a unique story
• Excellence We deliver the highest level of care every day

Waters Edge Health and Rehab is committed to providing the best for our employees. Benefits may vary based on employment status. Pay is based on years of experience. Please see facility for full details.

Were an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Waters Edge Health and Rehabilitation Center