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Assistant Director of Nursing

Meadowbrook Respiratory and Nursing Center

Perth Amboy, New Jersey

$110k–$120k/yr

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

What this means for you

Meadowbrook Respiratory and Nursing Center is long-term care — slower turnover and deeper relationships with the people you look after. The posted pay pencils out to roughly $110k–$120k a year. It's a day shift — the busiest hours, the fullest crew, and your evenings back.

What the listing says

Base pay
$110k–$120k/yr
Shift
Days

About this role

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Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – RN Meadowbrook Respiratory & Nursing Center is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and motivated Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for an RN who is passionate about clinical excellence, staff development, and providing exceptional care to our residents. As the ADON, you will work closely with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily nursing operations, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor nursing staff, and help drive quality outcomes throughout the facility. Responsibilities Assist the Director of Nursing with the daily management of the nursing department. Provide clinical leadership and support to nursing staff on all shifts. Conduct clinical rounds and follow up on resident concerns. Ensure compliance with CMS, New Jersey Department of Health, and facility policies. Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives. Assist with survey readiness and regulatory compliance. Coach, educate, and mentor nursing staff. Participate in hiring, orientation, evaluations, and corrective action. Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to promote positive resident outcomes. Support infection prevention, admissions, and clinical operations. Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and exceptional customer service. Qualifications Current New Jersey RN license in good standing. Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience in a skilled nursing facility. Supervisory or leadership experience preferred. Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and survey process. Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills. Experience in subacute, respiratory, or ventilator care is a plus. Why Join Meadowbrook? Supportive leadership team. Beautifully renovated facility with a strong commitment to quality care. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents, families, and staff. Collaborative interdisciplinary environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Paid time off and opportunities for professional growth. If you’re a hands-on clinical leader who enjoys mentoring staff, improving outcomes, and making a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Meadowbrook family, where compassion, excellence, and teamwork come first.

Skills for this role

Subacute CareRespiratory CareVentilator CareInfection PreventionClinical RoundsQuality Assurance and Performance ImprovementSurvey Readiness

Requirements

  • RN
  • Sub-acute care experience
  • Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
  • Nursing department supervision
  • Nursing
  • Skilled nursing facility experience
  • Skilled nursing facility
  • Long-term care regulations
  • RN License

About the employer

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Meadowbrook Respiratory and Nursing Center
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The facility specializes in respiratory care and nursing services, offering both long-term care and skilled nursing services. The center actively recruits across multiple nursing and support roles, including LPNs, CNAs, charge nurses, an Assistant Director of Nursing, and an Infection…

4.2 Google rating

What reviewers appreciate

  • Daily pay option available for many positions, allowing nurses to access earnings quickly
  • Substantial sign-on bonuses offered ($4,000 for CNAs, $5,000 for LPNs)
  • Competitive hourly rates for LPNs ($38/hr for 3-11 shift as stated in job listing)

What reviewers flag

  • Medicare staffing rating is 'much below average' (score of 25), indicating potential understaffing concerns
  • Overall Medicare rating is 'below average,' with health inspections also rated 'below average'
  • Management rating on Indeed is the lowest sub-category at 2.7/5, suggesting leadership concerns
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