Assistant Director Of Nursing (Adon)

Aviva at FitzsimonsAurora, CO

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Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)High-Acuity Skilled Nursing FacilityAre you a clinically strong nursing leader who believes great care makes a real difference? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment and enjoy supporting nursing teams to deliver exceptional outcomes? If so, we invite you to join our leadership team.About UsWe believe care goes beyond a medical chart. Guided by kindness and integrity, we strive for excellence in every interaction and are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to every resident we serve.ADON Perks & BenefitsCompetitive salary

Flexible scheduling

Daily Pay Advance option available

Holiday pay (when working major holidays)Paid Time Off (PTO)Sick time accrual

Medical, dental, vision, and additional benefit options

Position SummaryThe Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) supports the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operations of the Nursing Services Department in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations governing skilled nursing facilities. This role plays a critical leadership function in a high-acuity environment, ensuring clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, staffing effectiveness, and resident safety at all times.Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Leadership & OperationsAssist in the planning, organization, and oversight of nursing services and clinical programs

Support high-acuity care delivery, including post-acute, rehabilitative, and restorative nursing services

Make daily rounds to monitor resident care, staff performance, and clinical outcomes

Serve as a clinical resource and leader for nursing staff across all shifts

Regulatory Compliance & Survey ReadinessEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing skilled nursing facilities

Assist with survey preparation, audits, and corrective action plans

Maintain policies and procedures that align with regulatory standards and best practices

Support infection prevention and control practices (IP certification required)Staffing & Workforce ManagementAssist with determining staffing needs and scheduling to support high-acuity census

Recommend appropriate staffing levels and skill mix by shift

Supervise, coach, and discipline nursing staff in a fair and consistent manner

Ensure nursing assistants meet training and certification requirements

Care Planning & Resident ServicesParticipate in resident admission assessments and care planning

Ensure individualized care plans are developed, implemented, and updated

Monitor documentation for accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance

Address resident, family, and staff concerns professionally and promptly

Administrative & Collaborative DutiesAssist with preparation of departmental budgets and operational planning

Participate in nursing leadership meetings and interdisciplinary care conferences

Complete reports, audits, evaluations, and clinical documentation as required

Perform additional duties as assigned in support of facility operations

Skills & KnowledgeStrong clinical judgment and leadership in a high-acuity SNF environment

Knowledge of nursing practices, infection control, and regulatory requirements

Ability to manage conflict, provide coaching, and lead under pressure

Professional demeanor with compassion, patience, and accountability

Education & LicensureGraduate of an approved Registered Nurse (RN) program

Current, active, unencumbered RN license in the state of practice

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Experience RequirementsMinimum of 1 year supervisory nursing experience in a hospital, skilled nursing, or healthcare facility

At least 6 months experience in rehabilitative or restorative nursing preferred

Infection Prevention (IP) certification required

High-acuity SNF experience strongly preferred

Work Environment & Physical RequirementsFast-paced, high-acuity clinical setting with frequent interruptions

Regular interaction with residents, families, staff, physicians, and regulatory personnel

May require extended hours, weekends, on-call coverage, or emergency response

Exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous materials, and clinical risks

Ability to lift, push, pull, or move up to 25 pounds and assist with resident evacuation when necessary

If you are a dedicated nursing leader seeking an ADON role where your clinical expertise and leadership truly matter, we encourage you to apply and join a team committed to excellence in skilled nursing care.

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