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Covington, Tennessee

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Registered NurseFull-Time

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Job Description

Covington Post Acute, located in Covington, Tennessee, is a Medicare and Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility. It offers care for up to 98 residents in private and semi-private suites. The facility emphasizes a comfortable and engaging environment with indoor and outdoor common spaces, personalized dietary plans, and a variety of social activities. Additional services include nursing, physical and occupational therapy, mental health support, and more.

Why Join Us?

At Covington Post Acute, we are committed to providing exceptional skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to our residents in a compassionate and supportive environment ensuring our residents thrive in comfort and dignity.

We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality care. Whether you are an experienced professional or exploring a rewarding career in healthcare, Covington offers a collaborative and growth-focused workplace where your efforts truly make an impact.

Position Overview

The Assistant to the Director of Nursing role supports Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Service Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and facility policy and procedures and as may be directed by the Administrator, the Medical Director, and/or the Director of Nursing Services, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

  • Assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the nursing service department in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility.
  • Participate in developing, maintaining and updating written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department.
  • Make daily rounds of the facility to ensure that all nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Report findings to the Director.
  • Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility’s quality assurance program.
  • Assist the Director in determining the staffing needs of the nursing service department.
  • Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure that medications are being administered as ordered and that treatments are provided as scheduled. Report medication errors to the Director.

Qualifications

  • Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
  • Must have, as a minimum, 1 year of supervisory experience in a healthcare or post-acute setting preferred or other related health care facility.
  • Must have, as a minimum, 6 months experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
  • Working knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation practices.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • 401(k)

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

Key Responsibilities

The Assistant Director of Nursing supports the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, and directing daily nursing service operations to ensure high-quality care. Responsibilities include conducting daily facility rounds, managing staffing needs, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Nursing managementRegulatory complianceRehabilitative nursingMedication administrationClinical documentationLeadershipPolicy development

Nursing Leadership — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 50 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% are remote, 64% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
24%
CME allowance
15%
Loan repayment
12%
Relocation assistance
3%

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 1.5
Below most Nursing Leadership (RN) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 119 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Covington

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$219k
Median resident rent
$933/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.2
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Links Healthcare

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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Leave
401(k)