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Location: Woodbury, CT | Schedule: Full-Time, On-Site

Overview

A premier nonprofit skilled nursing facility in Connecticut is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join its clinical leadership team. Reporting to the Director of Nursing, this role assists in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day clinical and administrative operations of the Nursing Services Department, leading charge nurses and supervisors, supporting regulatory compliance, driving Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives, and ensuring residents attain their highest practicable level of well-being.

What you'll do

• Assist the Director of Nursing in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the day-to-day operations of the nursing department in compliance with federal, state, and local standards
• Provide direct leadership and administrative oversight to Charge Nurses and Nurse Supervisors, providing training in supervisory principles and delegating operational authority as appropriate
• Conduct daily clinical rounds throughout resident care areas and nurses' stations to monitor nursing care delivery, medication passes, treatment protocols, and infection prevention standards
• Participate in preliminary and comprehensive resident clinical assessments (including PASARR) and lead the development of written, person-centered care plans
• Assist in managing departmental staffing needs, developing daily work assignments, scheduling staff hours, and obtaining/posting required daily staffing information
• Support the recruitment, selection, orientation, professional licensing verification, and performance evaluations of nursing personnel
• Coordinate care continuity with attending physicians, medical consultants, government agencies, and interdisciplinary service teams
• Lead and support the facility's Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program, participate in state/federal surveys, and assist in developing plans of correction
• Oversee medication administration and treatment schedules, investigating and reporting any medication errors directly to the Director of Nursing
• Assist with departmental budget planning and recommend equipment, supply, and resource allocations
• Partner with the Staff Development Coordinator to plan and conduct staff in-service training programs and ensure adherence to facility policies and safety standards

Required qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Connecticut
• Active CPR certification
• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing supervisory/leadership experience in a skilled nursing facility, hospital, or related healthcare setting
• Minimum of six (6) months of experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices
• In-depth knowledge of long-term care regulations, CMS Requirements of Participation, medical practices, and state health codes
• Strong independent clinical judgment, documentation skills, and problem-solving abilities; ability to perform physical duties associated with clinical rounds and emergency resident support

Compensation and benefits

• Medical, dental & insurance benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with Traditional and Roth options
• 100% employer match up to 2% of contributions
• Additional 1% retirement match may be available based on eligibility
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – includes vacation, personal & sick time, with accrual based on length of service
• 6 paid holidays
• Connecticut Paid Sick Leave – accrues at 1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours per year
• Tuition/course reimbursement – up to $4,000 annually for full-time employees, subject to approval
• Weekly pay
• Employee well-being & support resources

Why this role

This is a key clinical leadership opportunity to help lead nursing operations, drive quality improvement, and support residents in achieving their highest practicable level of well-being at a premier nonprofit skilled nursing facility.