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Assistant DON (ADON) - RN

Executive Nurses & Nurse Administrators · Administrative & Consulting Nurses · Directors of Nursing

Posted Aug 16

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Role

Term
Permanent
On the floor
Precepting expected · On call
Setting
Skilled Nursing
Accepts
RN

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About this role

Atlantic Specialty Care, a 90-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Atlantic, IA, is now hiring!

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON - RN)

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) leader looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals during their healthcare journey? If so, join Care Initiatives as an ADON - RN, where you will provide comprehensive care that truly matters. With over forty (40) skilled nursing communities across Iowa, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support at every stage of the healthcare journey.

As an ADON on our team, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills and demonstrate your compassion, positively influencing the lives of our residents and team members. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our residents, their loved ones, and our team members.

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Join a forward-thinking organization where your expertise is valued, and your leadership shapes the future of care. Apply today!

What You’ll Do & Key

Responsibilities

  • Assist the DON in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department, with the aim of gaining valuable experience and expertise for potential advancement within the organization.
  • Conduct regular rounds to monitor care delivery concerns and progress; acknowledge the progress while proposing and helping implement solutions to address concerns.
  • Enforce policies and guide the team, fostering both personal and team growth.
  • Support and coach RN's to promote teamwork and high-quality care.
  • Manage administrative functions to enhance department efficiency and pave the way for future growth.
  • Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care needs.
  • Document care accurately to meet clinical, regulatory, and facility standards.
  • Follow infection control, safety, and compliance protocols at all times.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation with other members of the leadership team.

Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in good standing. License must be valid within the state of Iowa, or ability to activate.
  • Current, valid CPR Certification.
  • Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
  • A desire to learn and grow as part of a quality focused clinical team.
  • A strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

  • Competitive

Compensation

Earn a highly competitive wage.

  • Comprehensive

Benefits

Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement savings plan, PTO, and more.

  • Tuition Reimbursement: Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
  • Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!

Start Your Journey with Us

Apply today and become part of a team where your compassion, dedication, and care truly matter. At Care Initiatives, we’re committed to helping you grow your career while improving the lives of those we serve.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Care Initiatives is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Requirements

  • Valid RN license in good standing. License must be valid within the state of Iowa, or ability to activate.
  • Current, valid CPR Certification.
  • Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
  • A desire to learn and grow as part of a quality focused clinical team.
  • A strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Place

City
Atlantic, Iowa
Median rent
$764/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$61,141/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

State price level
12% below the national average

Iowa index 87.8, where 100 is the national average.

Atlantic is a small, friendly community in western Iowa with a classic courthouse-square downtown and easy access to nearby Lake Anita State Park. It offers a quiet, rural lifestyle where neighbors know each other—ideal for nurses seeking a slower pace away from big-city noise.

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Approximate location in Atlantic, IA. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

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You would work inside a 90-bed long-term care and skilled nursing community at 1300 E 19th Street in Atlantic, Iowa. Atlantic Specialty Care sits in Cass County and belongs to Care Initiatives, a group of more than 40 skilled nursing…

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