Assistant Director of Nursing (LPN)

Community: Wheatland Nursing Center

Community Type: Skilled Nursing

Location: Russell, KS

Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: Full-Time

Pay: Starting at $28–$32/hour

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Your Role as the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON – LPN)

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON – LPN) to support nursing leadership and help ensure high-quality, compliant resident care within our skilled nursing or assisted living communities.

In this role, you’ll assist with training and development of the nursing team and support the administration of the nursing program.

You’ll work closely with the Director of Nursing, medical staff, department leaders, and administrators to maintain quality standards, regulatory compliance, and a collaborative, resident-centered environment.

Summary

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON – LPN) assists in the leadership, training, and supervision of the nursing department to ensure quality resident care and compliance with state, federal, and Americare standards.

This role supports the administration of the nursing program, provides clinical guidance to staff, and serves as a key partner to nursing leadership by advising on matters related to nursing services, resident care, and daily operations.

This role may also be known as:

Assistant Director of Nursing (LPN), ADON (LPN), LPN Nurse Supervisor, Clinical Nurse Lead (LPN), or Assistant Nurse Manager.

What You’ll Do



* Assist the Director of Nursing with training, supervision, and development of nursing staff


* Support the administration of the nursing program to maintain quality standards of resident care


* Provide clinical guidance and support to nursing staff, including LPNs, CNAs, CMAs, and other care team members


* Assist with implementing and maintaining nursing policies, procedures, and standards of care


* Collaborate with medical staff, department heads, and administrators on matters related to nursing services


* Support resident assessments, care planning, documentation, and monitoring of changes in condition


* Assist with medication systems in accordance with state regulations and pharmaceutical guidelines


* Participate in quality assurance activities, audits, and survey readiness


* Promote a safe, respectful, and home-like environment for residents


* Uphold Americare’s Mission, Vision, Home Town Hospitality philosophy, and F.A.M.I.L.Y.

Values

What You Bring

Education



* Graduate of an approved school of nursing

Licensure / Certification



* Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required


* Maintains current state registration and required continuing education

Experience...