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Job description
ALIYA of Palos Park is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support our Director of Nursing in leading the nursing department with excellence, compassion, and clinical expertise. The ADON plays a key leadership role in managing daily nursing operations, supervising staff, and ensuring the highest standards of resident care and regulatory compliance are consistently met.
Responsibilities
Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating nursing department goals, policies, and procedures
Help coordinate nursing services with other departments to ensure comprehensive resident care
Participate in facility inspections and audits, and assist with quality assurance initiatives
Support DON with staffing decisions, hiring, onboarding, evaluations, and performance management
Ensure accurate daily staffing levels and assignments, including oversight of RN, LPN, and CNA staff
Oversee infection control practices and ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and abuse prevention protocols
Make regular rounds to assess staff performance and resident satisfaction
Monitor medication administration and care delivery, reporting discrepancies as needed
Provide direct resident care when necessary and model clinical best practices
Serve as a mentor and role model to nursing staff; promote professional growth and team accountability
Participate in care plan meetings, resident admissions, and discharge planning
Support development of in-service training, new hire orientation, and ongoing staff education
Uphold standards for cleanliness, safety, and regulatory compliance throughout nursing areas
Actively contribute to the facility's Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program
Represent nursing leadership in the absence of the DON
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Accident Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
On-Demand Pay Option
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Requirements
Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois
Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited institution
Minimum of 2 years of nursing supervisory experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, or a related healthcare setting
At least 6 months experience in restorative or rehabilitative nursing practices
Current CPR certification
Demonstrated knowledge of nursing regulations, practices, and long-term care compliance
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Strong commitment to resident rights, dignity, and individualized care
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Who can apply
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