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West Des Moines, Iowa

Assistant Director of Nursing

Registered NurseFull-Time

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the leadership and operational management of our healthcare facility.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in nursing management, education administration, and team leadership, with a focus on delivering exceptional patient care and fostering a collaborative work environment.

As ADON, you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, overseeing nursing staff, and contributing to strategic planning initiatives that enhance service quality and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Nursing in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and standards to ensure high-quality patient care.

Support strategic planning efforts aimed at improving clinical outcomes and operational efficiency within the nursing department.

Participate in budgeting processes, monitor expenditures, and optimize resource allocation to maintain financial sustainability.

Lead and manage nursing teams by providing mentorship, supervision, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Oversee personnel management activities including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.

Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and safety protocols across all nursing operations.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote effective communication, instructional leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, and excellence in patient care delivery.

Education

Must be a graduate of an approved Registered Nurse program. Must maintain a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state

Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred

Experience

Must have, as a minimum, one (1) year of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facility

Prefer a minimum (6) months experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices

Proven experience in nursing management within a healthcare setting, preferably with prior roles involving educational or administrative responsibilities.

Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, budgeting, and resource management within a clinical or hospital environment.

Strong background in personnel management, team development, and leadership within healthcare or educational institutions.

Experience working in university-affiliated healthcare programs or settings that involve instructional leadership in education is highly desirable.

  • Knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation processes, and quality assurance standards.
  • Prior experience supporting or managing school administrative functions or educational programs is an advantage.
  • A valid nursing license along with relevant certifications demonstrating leadership capabilities are required.

Join our team as we strive to elevate patient care through effective leadership, innovative strategies, and compassionate service delivery!

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Requirements

Candidates must be a graduate of an approved Registered Nurse program and hold an active, unencumbered nursing license. A minimum of one year of supervisory experience in a healthcare facility is required, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree in Nursing.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Regulatory complianceStaff supervisionPerformance evaluation

Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 50 active Registered Nurse listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 50% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

Registered Nurse pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Registered Nurse by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedRegistered Nurse median $113k (middle half $100k–$135k)143 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingIowa index 87.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Registered Nurse listings in Iowa127 active5,938 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 42% remote · 50% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedIowa Registered Nurse listings: 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · <1% offer loan repayment127 active listings, Nov 2026
New Nursing Administration listings93 in the last 30 days71 the 30 days before (+31%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Registered Nurse pay trend+4.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About Beecan Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Glendale, California
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health insurance
Paid time off

Living in West Des Moines

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$316k
Typical market rent
$1,353/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.7
State income tax
Up to 6%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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