Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Monarch Healthcare Management Benefits Include:UKG Wallet- get paid the same day!Free Single Medical InsuranceLoan reimbursement.Scholarship OpportunitiesPaid Time Off – Vacation Time401 (k) with annual contribution matchReferral bonusesCareer path to other positions within our growing company!Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)POSITION SUMMARYThe ADON is accountable for assisting the DON in directing the activities of licensed and non-licensed personnel to ensure the delivery of quality care to the residents. The ADON oversees, facilitates, and manages occupational health and staff development functions within the facility alongside and in the absence of a Clinical Educator. The occupational health element of this position includes infection control, coordinating all elements of the employee injury management process, health care worker health programs, and resident/employee safety. The ADON is responsible for surveillance, maintaining records, data collection, and assessment, evaluation of Incident Reports, reporting to the Safety Committee, Infection Control Committee, and Quality Assessment/Assurance Committee. The ADON also facilitates staff development through orientation, hands-on training, competency evaluations, preceptorships, and audits. The ADON promotes quality care through the development of knowledge, skills, and aptitude of staff.RESPONSIBILITIESResident Care SupportAssists the Director of Nursing in planning, developing, and supervising nursing and health care services, ensuring consistent delivery of care and promotion of resident rights; acts as Director in their absence.Staff Development and EducationCoordinates orientation, training, leadership programs, and competency evaluations; manages employee education records and facilitates in-house education sessions and clinical student scheduling.Safety and Compliance ManagementOversees safety programs including Injury Management, Employee Right-To-Know, AWAIR, Continuous Quality Improvement, and infection control initiatives; participates in related policy development.General Duties and FlexibilityPerforms additional assigned tasks, accepts flexible hours for education and orientation, participates in resident/family engagement activities, and may work as a staff nurse if needed.Workplace and Confidentiality StandardsPromotes a positive, inclusive workplace with strong customer service, maintains resident confidentiality, and respects the privacy of health care data.Regulatory Compliance and Continuous ImprovementAdheres to Continuous Quality Improvement programs, attends relevant education and meetings, stays current with Minnesota Department of Health regulations, and upholds the Residents’ Bill of Rights.QUALIFICATIONSLicensure and KnowledgeMust be a Registered Nurse licensed in Minnesota with knowledge and interest in safety, infection prevention, disaster preparedness, and teaching staff.Skills and FlexibilityMust have basic computer skills (or willingness to learn), flexibility in working hours, ability to work independently, and perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.Experience and ResiliencePreferred experience in healthcare or skilled nursing; ability to manage multiple tasks, adapt to feedback, and maintain composure under pressure.Interpersonal and Communication AbilitiesStrong emotional intelligence, personability to build trust, active listening skills, clear verbal and written English communication, and comfort working with diverse populations in a fast-paced environment.About Monarch:Monarch Healthcare Management is a mission-driven company that is changing the way short-term rehabilitation and long-term care are delivered. Our employees embody our motto, Where CARE and CUSTOMER SERVICE Come Together, by always putting the needs of residents and families first across Monarch's network of 60+ skilled nursing and assisted living facilities in Minnesota.Partnering with higher research institutes and international tech companies, Monarch has been nationally recognized for its innovation in the care of our residents, making a meaningful impact on their quality of life and interactions.We value our employees and work hard to attract and retain the best talent by offering a positive and supportive work environment along with competitive pay, fun perks, career development opportunities, and great benefits.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.#MHMBM

Created: 2025-07-06