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Spring River Rehabilitation and Care Center lists this Skilled Nursing Assistant Director of Nursing opportunity in roswell, New Mexico. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) - RN
Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center | Roswell, New Mexico
Full-Time | Clinical Leadership
Why Join Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center?
At Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center, joining our leadership team means more than accepting a management position—it means having the opportunity to directly influence clinical quality, staff development, resident outcomes, and the overall culture of nursing.
The ADON works alongside the Director of Nursing and nursing leadership to strengthen clinical systems, support frontline staff, and ensure consistent nursing oversight throughout the facility. Spring River is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Roswell, New Mexico.
Collaborative nursing leadership environment
Opportunity to directly influence clinical outcomes and quality
Leadership role with hands‑on involvement in nursing operations
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Meaningful work developing and supporting nursing staff
Position Overview
Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center is seeking an experienced, motivated, and resident-focused Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our clinical leadership team.
The ADON is a key nursing leader responsible for assisting the Director of Nursing (DON) with the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of nursing services throughout the facility. This position provides daily clinical leadership while supporting nursing operations, staffing, regulatory compliance, employee development, quality improvement, and resident-centered care.
The ADON should be a highly visible and engaged leader who is comfortable working directly with nursing staff, residents, families, providers, and members of the interdisciplinary team. The position requires a balance of clinical expertise, leadership, accountability, problem‑solving, and staff development .
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership & Nursing Operations
Assist the Director of Nursing with the daily management and oversight of nursing services
Provide visible clinical leadership throughout the facility and regularly round on nursing units
Monitor resident care and nursing practices to ensure established standards of care are maintained
Support consistent nursing operations across shifts, units, weekends, and changing resident needs
Serve as a clinical resource for RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and other nursing personnel
Assist nursing staff with complex resident‑care situations and changes in condition
Promote timely communication with physicians/providers, residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members
Participate in admissions, transfers, discharges, and significant changes in condition as appropriate
Assist with emergency response and clinical decision‑making when necessary
Assume nursing leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Director of Nursing as assigned
Staffing & Workforce Management
Assist with evaluating nursing staffing levels based on resident census, acuity, and facility needs
Work collaboratively with nursing leadership and scheduling personnel to maintain appropriate coverage
Identify staffing gaps and assist with developing timely solutions
Support efforts to minimize unnecessary overtime and agency utilization while maintaining appropriate resident care
Assist with interviewing, selecting, onboarding, and retaining nursing employees
Participate in nursing orientation and ensure new employees receive appropriate clinical support
Provide coaching, counseling, and performance feedback to nursing staff
Assist with attendance, performance, and accountability concerns in collaboration with the DON and Human Resources
Promote employee engagement, teamwork, accountability, and retention within the nursing department
Clinical Quality & Resident Outcomes
Monitor resident outcomes and identify opportunities for clinical improvement
Review changes in condition, hospital transfers, falls, wounds, infections, weight changes, medication concerns, and other clinical indicators as appropriate
Assist with identifying residents at increased risk and ensure appropriate interventions are implemented
Participate in clinical meetings and resident risk reviews
Assist with root‑cause analysis and development of corrective interventions following adverse outcomes
Monitor implementation and effectiveness of resident care plans
Promote evidence‑based clinical practices and resident‑centered care
Work collaboratively with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, MDS, pharmacy, and medical providers to improve resident outcomes
Documentation & Clinical Auditing
Conduct routine clinical audits to evaluate documentation accuracy, completeness, and compliance
Review nursing documentation, medication and treatment records, physician/provider orders, assessments, and care‑related records as assigned
Identify documentation deficiencies and provide timely education and follow‑up
Assist with ensuring physician/provider orders are appropriately implemented and followed
Monitor completion of required nursing assessments and documentation
Support accurate and timely communication of resident information across the interdisciplinary team
Assist with corrective action plans when documentation or clinical practice concerns are identified
Regulatory Compliance & Survey Readiness
Assist the Director of Nursing with maintaining ongoing survey readiness
Support nursing practices consistent with applicable federal, state, and facility requirements
Participate in facility rounds and identify potential clinical or regulatory concerns
Assist with preparation for regulatory surveys and other external reviews
Participate in survey processes and assist with responding to identified concerns
Support implementation and monitoring of plans of correction when applicable
Ensure nursing staff understand and consistently follow facility policies, procedures, and clinical expectations
Promote resident rights, dignity, privacy, safety, and freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation
Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement
Participate actively in the facility's Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program
Review clinical trends and performance indicators with nursing and facility leadership
Assist with developing measurable improvement plans when opportunities are identified
Monitor the effectiveness and sustainability of corrective actions
Participate in facility quality, risk‑management, and clinical meetings as assigned
Help translate identified quality concerns into education and operational improvements for frontline nursing staff
Staff Education & Development
Identify nursing education and competency needs
Collaborate with nursing leadership and Staff Development to provide education and training
Provide hands‑on coaching and mentorship to nursing staff
Assist with competency evaluations and clinical skills validation
Support new graduate nurses and employees transitioning into skilled nursing
Promote continuing education and professional development
Develop emerging nursing leaders and encourage advancement within the organization
Foster a culture of Caring, Truthful, Excellence, Outcome Oriented, and Willingness to Learn
Resident & Family Relations
Develop positive relationships with residents and families
Respond professionally and promptly to clinical questions and concerns
Participate in resident and family meetings when nursing leadership involvement is appropriate
Assist with resolving concerns before they elevate whenever possible
Communicate significant clinical concerns to appropriate leadership
Promote resident choice, dignity, independence, and person‑centered care
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Mexico in good standing
Current CPR/BLS certification preferred
Previous skilled nursing, long‑term care, rehabilitation, or post‑acute nursing experience strongly preferred
Previous nursing leadership, supervisory, Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, or ADON experience preferred
Strong clinical assessment and critical‑thinking skills
Knowledge of skilled nursing clinical operations and regulatory expectations
Strong leadership, coaching, and employee‑development abilities
Ability to address performance and accountability concerns professionally and consistently
Strong organizational and time‑management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced clinical environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience with electronic health record systems
Ability and willingness to provide hands‑on clinical leadership when necessary
A current Spring River ADON posting likewise identifies an active New Mexico RN license as a qualification and emphasizes skilled nursing experience, leadership, clinical oversight, staff development, and regulatory compliance.
Our Core Values
Caring – We approach residents, families, and one another with compassion and empathy.
Truthful – We communicate openly, respectfully, and honestly.
Excellence – We maintain high standards for clinical care, leadership, and professional accountability.
Outcome Oriented – We focus our efforts on measurable improvements in resident care, staffing, quality, and operations.
Willingness to Learn – We encourage continued education, mentorship, professional development, and continuous improvement.
Benefits
Competitive compensation
401(k) retirement plan
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Care Cash Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Education and training opportunities
Professional development and leadership support
Opportunities for continued career advancement
Spring River's current clinical postings advertise benefits including 401(k), PTO, health/dental/vision coverage, referral opportunities, and professional advancement.
Grow With Us
The Assistant Director of Nursing position is an opportunity for an experienced RN to expand their leadership capabilities while directly influencing nursing operations and resident outcomes.
At Spring River, we want our nursing leaders to do more than manage—we want them to teach, mentor, develop staff, strengthen systems, and build the next generation of clinical leaders .
For an RN seeking continued advancement toward broader nursing leadership responsibilities, the ADON position provides meaningful exposure to clinical operations, staffing, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, employee development, and facility leadership.
About Us
Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center proudly serves the Roswell, New Mexico community , providing skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long‑term care, and post‑acute services.
Our mission is simple:
To Make Every Resident Feel Cared For.
We believe achieving that mission begins with strong nursing leadership, supported employees, consistent clinical standards, and an unwavering commitment to resident‑centered care.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Reasonable Accommodation
Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants requiring assistance should contact Human Resources.
Physical Requirements
Ability to regularly move throughout the facility and nursing units
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while conducting clinical rounds
Ability to assist with resident care, transfers, and repositioning using appropriate assistance and equipment when necessary
Ability to respond promptly to resident needs and emergency situations
Ability to perform direct clinical nursing responsibilities when necessary
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
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Worksite address
roswell, NM, 88202, US
Who can apply
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