Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Fairport Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | Fairport, NY

Full-Time | $110,000–$115,000 Annually | $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Lead with Purpose. Make a Difference Every Day!

Fairport Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and motivated Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our leadership team!

Our 142-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility is committed to providing exceptional, resident-centered care in a supportive and welcoming environment. We offer rehabilitation, long-term care, and assisted living services, with a focus on promoting resident dignity, independence, and quality of life.

If you are an experienced Registered Nurse passionate about clinical excellence, staff development, regulatory compliance, and nursing leadership, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.

What makes this opportunity stand out?

• Competitive annual salary of $110,000–$115,000

• $5,000 sign-on bonus

• Full-time nursing leadership opportunity

• Collaborative leadership team

• Opportunities to educate, mentor, and develop nursing staff

Position Overview

The Assistant Director of Nursing works closely with the Director of Nursing (DON) to oversee daily nursing operations, support clinical excellence, and ensure compliance with applicable New York State and federal regulations.

This leadership role requires a hands-on nursing professional who can support daily clinical operations, provide education and in-services to employees, promote staff accountability, and help maintain the highest standards of resident care.

The ideal candidate must be flexible with working hours, available to respond to facility needs, and willing to participate in an on-call rotation as part of the nursing leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing in planning, directing, and evaluating nursing services to promote the highest standards of resident care.

• Provide leadership, guidance, supervision, and mentorship to nursing staff while fostering a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment.

• Monitor nursing practices to ensure compliance with facility policies, clinical standards, and applicable state and federal regulations.

• Provide and coordinate employee education, clinical training, and in-service programs to reinforce best practices, improve staff competency, and maintain regulatory compliance.

• Conduct and support new-hire orientation, annual mandatory education, and ongoing professional development for nursing employees.

• Identify staff education needs and provide training on clinical procedures, infection prevention, documentation, resident safety, and other relevant topics.

• Support daily staffing operations, scheduling, and appropriate nursing coverage in collaboration with the scheduling team.

• Demonstrate flexibility with working hours to meet operational needs, support staff, and ensure continuity of resident care.

• Participate in the nursing leadership on-call rotation and respond to facility needs as required.

• Promote resident safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life through person-centered care.

• Address staff concerns and operational challenges promptly and professionally.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, residents, families, and healthcare professionals to support positive outcomes.

• Assume Director of Nursing responsibilities when needed, including leadership coverage during absences.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing.

Qualifications

• Current, active New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.

• Minimum of two years of geriatric nursing experience preferred.

• Previous nursing leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

• Experience providing staff education, clinical training, and employee in-services preferred.

• Strong clinical judgment, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.

• Knowledge of skilled nursing and long-term care practices and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Proficiency with electronic medical records and computer-based documentation systems.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to lead, motivate, educate, and collaborate effectively with nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams.

• Willingness to work flexible hours based on facility needs and participate in an on-call rotation, including occasional weekends and holidays.

• A professional, dependable, compassionate, and resident-focused approach to care.

Compensation and Benefits

We recognize the important role nursing leaders play in delivering exceptional care and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Annual salary: $110,000–$115,000

• $5,000 sign-on bonus

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and sick leave

• Paid holidays

• Life and supplemental life insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

• Direct deposit

• Free parking

• Convenient access to public transportation

• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development

Take the Next Step in Your Nursing Leadership Career!

Join Fairport Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and help us build a culture of clinical excellence, teamwork, accountability, and compassionate care.

If you are a motivated nursing leader who enjoys mentoring employees, delivering meaningful education, supporting clinical operations, and making a difference in residents' lives, we encourage you to apply today!

Competitive compensation. Meaningful leadership. Professional growth. Exceptional resident care.

Fairport Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is committed to providing quality care while creating a supportive environment for residents, families, and employees.