Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
The Springs Nursing & Rehab Center
Hot Springs, Virginia
- Eligibility
- RNSkilled Nursing FacilityLong-term Care
- Shift
- 8-hour 8 hour
- Hours a week
- 40 hrs a week
Posted Jul 16
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- 8-hour 8 hour · 5 a week · 40 hours
- Weekends
- No weekends
- Term
- Permanent
- On the floor
- On call
- Setting
- Long Term Care
- Accepts
- RN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- In range for VA staff roles
VA staff postings that state pay run $30/hr to $59/hr, the middle half $39/hr to $48/hr, across 454 postings.
About this role
The Assistant Director of Nursing plays a crucial role in supporting the Director of Nursing in leading our nursing team. This position is responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the nursing department, promoting clinical excellence, and fostering a culture of compassion, professionalism, and continuous improvement. We are looking for someone with strong clinical and leadership skills, as well as LEAN and technology skills.
Schedule
Full-Time, Weekdays; On-Call 1 weekend per month
- 8 Hour Shifts, Monday - Friday. Primary Responsibilities and
Duties
Support the Director of Nursing in leading the nursing team, including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Help develop and enforce nursing policies, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate resident care and improve outcomes.
Monitor clinical practices, care plans, and infection control to ensure quality and compliance. Provide supervision, training, and performance feedback to promote staff growth and accountability. Assist with hiring, scheduling, and onboarding to maintain adequate, skilled staffing levels.
Address resident and family concerns, fostering clear communication and trust. Participate in quality improvement, incident reviews, and survey readiness efforts. Model professionalism and uphold a positive, respectful work environment.
Stay current with nursing trends and contribute to efficient, cost-effective operations.
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Requirements
- Valid Registered Nurse License (RN) in the state where work is performed is required
- No previous experience required but preferred
- Experience in nursing leadership or management roles, preferably within a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting
- Knowledge of nursing policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements governing nursing practice
- Strong clinical assessment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to the highest standards of nursing practice
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
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- Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program
- HSA
Place
- City
- Hot Springs, Virginia
- Rent against this pay
- 11% of monthly gross
- Local household income
- $104,545/yr
- State price level
- 1% above the national average
$876 median rent against $7,627 a month at $44/hr for 40 hours a week, before tax. Census ACS 2024.
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Virginia index 101.1, where 100 is the national average.
Tucked into the Allegheny Mountains of Bath County, Hot Springs is a tiny village famed for its natural thermal springs and The Homestead, a historic resort dating to 1766. Expect mountain tranquility, scenic byways, and a close-knit rural community ideal for nurses seeking quiet retreat between shifts.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
How this role fits you
About the employer
The Springs Nursing & Rehab Center is a 60-bed skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care facility located at 167 Spring Street in Hot Springs, Virginia, overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains. Operating since 2005, the center provides traditional long-term care services,…
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