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New Whiteland, Indiana

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)- 1st shift

Registered NurseNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$72k-$74k

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Job Description

Job Details:

Job Location: Vita of New Whiteland - New Whiteland, IN, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $72000.00 - $74000.00Salary/year, Job Shift: 1st shift, Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, our ADON is responsible for training, scheduling, and guiding the clinical team toward delivering exceptional care experiences. Conduct initial assessment of prospective residents Perform wellness assessments and develop individualized care plans based on the needs and preferences of each resident Deliver health promotion services, offer disease prevention counseling, and provide self-care education to residents Engage with residents and family members in a compassionate and impactful manner, creating a lasting and positive experience Foster communication by regularly engaging with physicians, pertinent healthcare providers, and family members, ensuring the exchange of information on resident health status Contribute toward quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives Engage in continuous learning and development opportunities through attendance and participation in educational seminars, staff meetings, and other learning experiences Comply with all rules and regulations regarding confidentiality and privacy of team members and resident information Perform any other duties as assigned or necessary Qualifications: Qualifications: Holds valid state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) Minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Prior senior care experience strongly preferred Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to serve with love, compassion, and dignity Benefits: Advancement and professional growth opportunities Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit packages EAP & wellness programs 401(k) with biweekly employer match* Outside-In Employee Referral Program Intentional work-life balance supported with competitive Paid Time Off* Self-service payroll & accuracy tools (Paycom) *Benefits and eligibility may vary based on employment status (full-time/part-time)

Key Responsibilities

The Assistant Director of Nursing is responsible for training, scheduling, and guiding the clinical team to deliver exceptional resident care. They also conduct wellness assessments, develop individualized care plans, and ensure effective communication with healthcare providers and families.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN). A minimum of one year of supervisory experience and prior senior care experience are required or strongly preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical supervisionStaff trainingResident assessmentCare planningPatient educationNursing leadership

Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 50 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 24% are remote, 60% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$73k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $78k in an average-cost state. 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution21 jobs · 14 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks14 jobs

401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
14%
Loan repayment
14%
CME allowance
14%

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 5.1
Better work-life than 80% of Nursing Leadership listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,187 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in New Whiteland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$221k≈ 3.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,000/mo≈ 33% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Gardant

Business Consulting and Services
Kankakee, Illinois
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Advancement and professional growth opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit packages
EAP & wellness programs
401(k) with biweekly employer match
Outside-In Employee Referral Program
Competitive Paid Time Off
Self-service payroll & accuracy tools (Paycom)