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