Assistant Director of Nursing

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Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Ellicott City Healthcare Center | Ellicott City, MD

Are you an experienced nursing leader looking to make a meaningful impact?

Ellicott City Healthcare Center is seeking a compassionate, organized, and clinically strong Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our leadership team. In this key role, you will partner with the Director of Nursing to lead our nursing department, support staff development, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote exceptional resident care.

If you are passionate about leadership, quality outcomes, and creating a positive environment for residents and staff, we invite you to apply.

What You'll Do

• Assist the Director of Nursing in managing the daily operations of the nursing department.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and implement quality improvement initiatives.
• Support infection prevention and control programs.
• Participate in QAPI, risk management, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Assist with survey preparedness and responses to state and federal inspections.
• Investigate incidents and resident concerns and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee clinical documentation and ensure compliance with facility policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, families, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate resident care.
• Serve as the Director of Nursing in their absence.

Qualifications

Required

• Current Maryland Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience in a skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care setting.
• Minimum of one (1) year of nursing leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Previous experience as an ADON, Unit Manager, Nurse Supervisor, or related nursing leadership role.
• BSN preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical record systems.
• Infection Prevention experience or certification a plus.

Why Join Ellicott City Healthcare Center?

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Continuing education support
• A supportive and collaborative leadership team

Our Commitment

At Ellicott City Healthcare Center, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and service to our residents. We believe our employees are our greatest asset and strive to create a workplace built on respect, teamwork, compassion, and excellence.

Join our team and help us make a difference every day.

Apply today to become our next Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)!

Ellicott City Healthcare Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.