Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Job description

Position: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Facility: Optima Care Harborview

Location: Hudson County, NJ

Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift

Salary: $120,000 – $130,000 annually

Join Our Leadership Team

Optima Care Harborview is seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to help lead our nursing department. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Registered Nurse with long-term care experience who is committed to clinical excellence, team development, and delivering exceptional resident care.

Key Responsibilities

Promote a safe, supportive environment that prioritizes high-quality resident care

Lead, mentor, and supervise nursing staff to ensure clinical excellence and best practices

Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous professional growth

Serve as a key liaison between nursing staff and facility leadership

Address clinical and unit-related concerns in a timely and effective manner

Oversee and participate in weekly wound rounds

Support facility surveys, audits, and regulatory compliance initiatives

Maintain clear, compassionate communication with staff, physicians, residents, and families

Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New Jersey

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Care (LTC) setting

Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical & Dental Insurance

Employee Recognition Programs

Company Perks

Supportive, team-oriented workplace culture

Take the Next Step

Advance your nursing leadership career and make a meaningful impact every day.

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Worksite address

jersey city, NJ, 07390, US

Who can apply

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