Assistant Director of Nursing

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Sonoma Post Acute is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and highly organized Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated nursing leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional resident care, mentoring clinical teams, and driving quality outcomes in a skilled nursing environment. Working alongside an experienced Director of Nursing, the ADON plays a critical role in ensuring excellence in clinical operations, regulatory compliance, staff development, and resident satisfaction. If you're ready to take the next step in your nursing leadership career with a team that values innovation, teamwork, and resident-centered care, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As the Assistant Director of Nursing, you will:

• Partner with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily nursing operations
• Assist with planning, developing, implementing, and supervising nursing services
• Provide leadership and support to licensed nurses and nursing staff
• Conduct daily clinical rounds and monitor resident conditions
• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention of nursing staff
• Participate in employee coaching, performance evaluations, and disciplinary processes when needed
• Promote resident safety, dignity, rights, and quality of care
• Serve as a liaison between residents, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team
• Assist with staff education programs and ongoing clinical in-services
• Monitor clinical systems and processes to ensure consistent, high-quality care delivery
• Provide direct resident care and clinical support as necessary
• Act as the Director of Nursing in their absence

Qualifications

Required

• Active California RN license in good standing
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• 3-5 years of nursing leadership or nurse management experience
• Strong knowledge of long-term care, skilled nursing, and regulatory compliance
• Experience supervising clinical staff in a healthcare setting
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Post-Acute experience
• Knowledge of PointClickCare (PCC) software

Why Join Sonoma Post Acute?

Competitive Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour

Supportive Leadership Team

Opportunities for Professional Growth

Collaborative and Resident-Focused Culture

Comprehensive Benefits Package for Eligible Employees

Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the facility
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Ability to utilize computer systems and office equipment for extended periods
• May require local travel as needed

Apply Today!

If you are a dedicated nursing leader who thrives in a fast-paced post-acute environment and is committed to delivering exceptional resident care, we encourage you to apply today.

Sonoma Post Acute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.