ADON
Senior Living Talent Group, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
Location:
Washington, DC
Setting:
Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) supports the Director of Nursing in overseeing all clinical operations within the facility. This role ensures high‑quality resident care, regulatory compliance, staff performance, and clinical outcomes. The ADON is a working clinical leader who can step in, stabilize operations, and drive accountability across the nursing team.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Operations & Quality
Support oversight of daily nursing operations across all shifts
Ensure delivery of high‑quality resident care consistent with federal and DC regulations
Monitor clinical outcomes, including hospital readmissions, infection control, and quality measures
Participate in QAPI initiatives and performance improvement planning
Staff Leadership & Development
Supervise, coach, and hold accountable nursing staff including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs
Assist with hiring, onboarding, and ongoing staff development
Address performance issues promptly and appropriately
Provide floor support as needed to maintain clinical standards
Regulatory Compliance
Maintain compliance with CMS, DC Department of Health, and facility policies
Assist with survey preparedness and lead response efforts during surveys
Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation
Care Coordination
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team (therapy, social services, physicians)
Support care planning process and resident assessments
Assist with oversight of MDS process and reimbursement alignment
Operational Support
Step in for the Director of Nursing when needed
Assist with staffing, scheduling, and labor management
Participate in family communication and resident issue resolution
Qualifications
Required:
Active Registered Nurse license in Washington, DC in good standing
OR ability to obtain within 30 days
Minimum 2+ years of nurse management experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF)
Strong working knowledge of CMS regulations, survey process, and long‑term care operations
Proven ability to lead teams and drive accountability
Preferred:
Prior experience as ADON, Unit Manager, or Nurse Supervisor in SNF
Experience with MDS, case mix, and reimbursement processes
BSN preferred
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Location:
Washington, DC
Setting:
Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) supports the Director of Nursing in overseeing all clinical operations within the facility. This role ensures high‑quality resident care, regulatory compliance, staff performance, and clinical outcomes. The ADON is a working clinical leader who can step in, stabilize operations, and drive accountability across the nursing team.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Operations & Quality
Support oversight of daily nursing operations across all shifts
Ensure delivery of high‑quality resident care consistent with federal and DC regulations
Monitor clinical outcomes, including hospital readmissions, infection control, and quality measures
Participate in QAPI initiatives and performance improvement planning
Staff Leadership & Development
Supervise, coach, and hold accountable nursing staff including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs
Assist with hiring, onboarding, and ongoing staff development
Address performance issues promptly and appropriately
Provide floor support as needed to maintain clinical standards
Regulatory Compliance
Maintain compliance with CMS, DC Department of Health, and facility policies
Assist with survey preparedness and lead response efforts during surveys
Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation
Care Coordination
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team (therapy, social services, physicians)
Support care planning process and resident assessments
Assist with oversight of MDS process and reimbursement alignment
Operational Support
Step in for the Director of Nursing when needed
Assist with staffing, scheduling, and labor management
Participate in family communication and resident issue resolution
Qualifications
Required:
Active Registered Nurse license in Washington, DC in good standing
OR ability to obtain within 30 days
Minimum 2+ years of nurse management experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF)
Strong working knowledge of CMS regulations, survey process, and long‑term care operations
Proven ability to lead teams and drive accountability
Preferred:
Prior experience as ADON, Unit Manager, or Nurse Supervisor in SNF
Experience with MDS, case mix, and reimbursement processes
BSN preferred
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