About this opportunity
Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions lists this Assistant Director of Nursing opportunity in indianapolis, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Assistant Director of Nursing - RN (New Pay Rates $$$)
Compensation: $87,984 - $97,760 / year
Department: Administration
Overview
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate leader to supervise nursing staff at Marion County Jail, providing high‑quality psychiatric inpatient care to underserved populations.
You Matter
Make a difference every day in the lives of underserved patients
Join a mission‑driven organization with a people‑first culture
Excellent career growth opportunities
Supporting overlooked and vulnerable patients
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
Autonomy within a warm team environment
Growth and training opportunities
Perks and Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401(k)
DailyPay – receive your money as you earn it
Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
Company‑paid life insurance
Tax‑free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
Eligibility varies based on employee type and length of service
How you make a difference
The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) manages and supervises nursing staff and operations to ensure patients receive appropriate healthcare services. Working closely with the Director of Nursing (DON) and the healthcare team, the ADON oversees nursing policies, implements improvement initiatives, and maintains regulatory compliance in a safe environment.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise nursing staff, including performance reviews, hiring, and disciplinary action
Evaluate patient care quality and implement improvement initiatives in collaboration with Nurse Managers and DON
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organization policies
Participate in policy development and hospital‑wide employee orientations
Provide professional nursing care as needed to respond to workload demands or staffing shortages
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field
Master’s degree preferred
Experience
Three (3) years in a psychiatric inpatient setting with an additional two (2) years of supervisory experience
Two (2) years of post‑licensure clinical nursing experience working exclusively with individuals diagnosed with mental illness or multiple disabilities
Regulatory agency knowledge (The Joint Commission, DHSS, CMS) preferred
Licenses/Certifications
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the state of employment
Location: Marion County Jail – 675 Justice Way, Indianapolis, IN 46203
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you are excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this position or for one of our many other roles.
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Worksite address
indianapolis, IN, 46262, US
Who can apply
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