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Campbell Street
Altoona, Iowa

Assistant Director of Nursing

Registered NurseIncludes callFull-Time

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Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Altoona, IA 50009At Campbell Street, you’ll find purpose, growth, and a team that has your back. We’re committed to creating a workplace where you can thrive – personally and professionally, while making a real difference in the lives of others. If you’re ready to be part of a team that truly cares – we’re ready for you. ABOUT CAMPBELL STREET

  • Great Place to Work® Certified
  • Same-Day Pay + Flexible Scheduling
  • 401(k) Match + Certification Reimbursement Mission: Developing Exceptional People Who Drive Extraordinary Care SMART Values: Servant Leadership, Mirror First, Always Do the Right Thing, Resilience, and Transparency Extra Perks
  • Referral Bonus opportunities for ALL positions
  • Succession planning – true career growth planning & opportunities
  • Annual leadership development summits
  • Scholarship opportunities POSITION PURPOSE: Assists in organizing and administering the department of nursing while providing quality nursing care and assumes responsibilities delegated by the Director of Nursing. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:
  • Assists in supervising the assignment and scheduling of Nursing staff to meet resident needs.
  • Provides nursing care on shift when needed.
  • Assists and cooperates with medical staff.
  • Assists in solving nursing service problems.
  • Assists in Implementing company forms/systems and policies and procedures.
  • Assists in supervising the maintenance of records of nursing, medical and related services.
  • Assists in validating the accuracy of MDS and Care Plans
  • Supports the facility quality improvement program.
  • Conducts in-service programs and orientation programs.
  • Reviews physician orders daily and monthly and participates in triple check process.
  • As requested, assists with DON responsibilities
  • Supervises and evaluates implementation of Residents Rights
  • Participates and attends periodic in-services and staff meetings.
  • ADONs may oversee special focus areas which include Wound care, Infection Prevention, Restorative, Assisted living, etc.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
  • Participates in on-call rotation. SUPERVISION AND MANAGEMENT:
  • Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, the ADON manages, supervises, articulates expectations, and provides corrective guidance as needed.
  • Prioritizes work assignments consistent with level of staff available and resident care acuity. BENEFITS: At Campbell Street, we believe in taking care of our employees just as they care for others. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and career growth. Whether you're looking for great insurance options, financial security, or educational support, we’ve got you covered. Our Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Paid Life Insurance Policy + Additional Voluntary Life Insurance Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan Same-Day Pay Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) At Campbell Street, your well-being, growth, and financial future matter—join us and experience the support you deserve! Campbell Street provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Important Notice: Campbell Street will never ask candidates to pay for job placement, training, or provide banking or financial information during the hiring process. If you receive an unsolicited offer or interview request that seems suspicious, please contact us directly at adekkers@campbellstreetsl.com to verify its legitimacy. Qualifications

Education/requirements: Two years previous nursing experience required, Preferably working with a geriatric long-term care population; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensed to practice nursing in state of employment.

Required Skills and Abilities: - Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate nursing staff. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with staff, patients, and families. - Proficient in strategic planning and execution to enhance nursing operations. - Ability to analyze complex situations and develop effective solutions. - Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks. - Knowledge of current nursing practices, trends, and technologies. - Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care. - Proficient in the use of healthcare information systems and technology.

Key Responsibilities

The Assistant Director of Nursing assists in organizing and administering the nursing department while providing quality care and assuming delegated responsibilities from the Director of Nursing. Key duties include supervising nursing staff, managing resident care plans, ensuring regulatory compliance, and participating in quality improvement programs.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid nursing license in the state of employment and possess at least two years of nursing experience, preferably in a geriatric long-term care setting. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are required to effectively manage nursing operations and staff.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Nursing leadershipProblem solvingMDS documentationCare planningStaff scheduling

Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 50 active Registered Nurse listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% are remote, 70% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

Registered Nurse pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
20%
Sign-on bonus
16%
Loan repayment
12%
PSLF eligible
4%

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 1.5
Better work-life than 30% of Nursing Leadership listings

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

  • Includes call

Living in Altoona

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$309k
Typical market rent
$1,556/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.7
State income tax
Up to 6%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 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.

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About Campbell Street

Hospitals and Health Care
Des Moines, IA
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
Paid Life Insurance Policy
Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
Same-Day Pay
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)