Assistant Director of Nursing (adon)

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON - RN)

Location: Cary, NC 27519
Salary: $85,000 - $90,000 per year
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with rotating weekend on-call coverage
Position: Full-Time | In-Person

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) looking to advance your leadership career? We're seeking a compassionate, hands-on Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join a dedicated leadership team at a 92-bed skilled nursing facility with a secured memory care unit. This is an outstanding opportunity to help lead clinical operations, mentor nursing staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the nursing department.
• Ensure compliance with all North Carolina DHHS, state, federal, and facility regulations.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and nursing support staff.
• Monitor resident care plans, clinical documentation, quality measures, and resident outcomes.
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, orientation, employee development, and performance management.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate resident care, including specialized memory care services.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and promote evidence-based nursing practices.
• Participate in state surveys, audits, infection prevention efforts, and emergency preparedness activities.
• Serve as a clinical resource and role model by providing hands-on support to staff as needed.
• Foster a positive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, compassion, and exceptional resident care.
• Participate in the nursing leadership rotating weekend on-call schedule.

Qualifications

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina.
• Minimum 2 years of long-term care or skilled nursing experience.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of North Carolina DHHS regulations and skilled nursing operations.
• Experience working with dementia, behavioral health, or secured memory care residents is a plus.
• SPICE (Infection Control) certification preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for delivering outstanding resident-centered care.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $85,000 - $90,000 per year
• Monday-Friday schedule with rotating weekend on-call coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Referral Program
• Retirement Plan