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Assistant Director of Nursing

Creekwood Nursing and Rehabilitation

Russellville, Kentucky

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Posted Aug 30, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 31, 2026

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Weekends, holidays, call
24 hours on call

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Position Type: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Creekwood Nursing & Rehabilitation is a 104 bed skilled nursing facility located in the heart of Russellville, a small community located in Western Kentucky known for its treasure trove of shops and good eats. We are currently seeking an RN for our Assistant Director of Nursing position! We offer the following to our staff: Career Growth Opportunities : We prioritize internal growth and advancement. Monthly Staff Appreciation Events: Celebrating our staff's hard work and dedication with parties, giveaways, and prizes. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to support our employees' well-being. Retirement Savings Plan: Offering a 401K plan for long-term financial security. PTO with accruals: Earn more paid time off to support work-life balance. ADON DUTIES: Meet the nursing medical needs of all residents Responsible for coordinating infection control Responsible for educating the staff Assist with compliance and ensure effective communication with all levels of nursing staff 24 hours on call Coordinate and direct the total planning for nursing services Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory and practice Responsible for the accurate and timely completion of medical records Assist with interviewing, hiring, and orienting new nursing staff Oversee daily staffing process Maintain flexibility with work schedule to address unpredictable needs ADON REQUIREMENTS: Active RN license required Long-Term Care experience required Management experience preferred Staff education experience preferred Excellent Communication Skills required Flexible hours required EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.

Requirements

  • Employee onboarding
  • Nursing department supervision
  • Nursing
  • Medical chart preparation
  • Skilled nursing facility
  • RN License
  • Corporate training
  • Nursing team management

About the employer

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Creekwood Nursing and Rehabilitation
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You would step into a 104-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Russellville, Kentucky, doing the everyday RN work: meds, IVs, catheters, and discharge planning on the floor. Full-time day and night shifts are posted, and the benefits list includes…

104 beds

What reviewers appreciate

  • Quarterly micro raises with eligibility up to about 5.5% per year
  • Full-time day and night RN shifts posted
  • Medical, dental, vision, retirement, and PTO listed

What reviewers flag

  • A July 2026 local review said management lacked respect and fairness and would not recommend working there
  • Fair pay for the job appears as an aggregated improvement theme
  • No nurse-to-patient ratio published in available facts
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Living in Russellville, KY

Russellville sits in southern Kentucky's Logan County, offering small-town charm with easy access to Bowling Green and Nashville. It's a quiet, close-knit community where nurses can enjoy a slower pace of life amid rolling Bluegrass State countryside.

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State price level · Kentucky
10% below the national average
State index 90.2 (100 = national)

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