Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Objective

The purpose of this position is to gain knowledge and experience to be able to perform the duties and daily operations of a nursing department. Through this program, managerial and problem-solving skills are enhanced. Conducts the Nursing Process – Assessment, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation – under the state’s Nurse Practice Act for RN Licensure.

Principal Responsibilities

• Assists Director of Nursing in all duties performed and assigned
• Assists in handling daily operations/functions of the nursing department.
• Generates reports for the Director of Nursing
• Gains experience in each job function including but not limited to: Nursing Administration, Compliance, Admissions, Ancillary Services, Human Resources, Financial Management, Clinical Systems,
• Documentation, Scheduling

Qualifications

• Licensed as RN in this state. BSN degree preferred.
• State may have specific requirements; Knowledge of regulations and Medicare/Medicaid is beneficial