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Albany Care
Evanston, Illinois

ADON (Assistant Director of Nursing)

Registered NurseIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$80k-$90k

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Job Description

Description

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING(ADON), Albany Care, Evanston, IL

Albany Care, a Specialized Mental Health Rehabilitation Facility in Evanston, IL, Seeks an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON). LPN/RN (RN Preferred). Experience in a Psych Facility required.

We seek an inspirational leader who is empathetic, organized and who sets clear expectations and objectives. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, we want to talk to you!

This is a Full Time Position with Salary of $80k-$90k, Depending upon Qualifications, Plus Full Benefits, including 401k and PTO, and Opportunity for Advancement!

The Schedule includes Variable Hours – the ADON will be On Call as Needed

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) collaborates with the Director of Nursing (DON)

regarding all nursing department tasks and duties, to ensure quality nursing services for those with mental illness.

Responsibilities of the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON):

Support nursing department for a large Specialized Mental Health Rehabilitation Facility

Support operations of nursing department including ordering supplies, communication with pharmacies and provider

  • Schedule nursing staff
  • Develop and maintain care plans
  • Ensure nursing care needs of consumers are met

Requirements

of the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON):

  • Must be either a LPN or RN, licensed in the State of Illinois
  • Previous experience in a healthcare supervisory role
  • Two-three years’ ADON experience in healthcare and/or mental health facility preferred
  • Psychiatric nursing experience
  • Knowledge of JCAHO, OBRA IDPH
  • BLS Certification
  • Proficient with Microsoft suite
  • Strong desire to help adults with primary psychiatric disorders work toward recovery

NOTE: Incomplete, inaccurate, outdated and untruthful resumes and/or applications may affect your consideration for employment.

Albany Care is accredited by the Joint Commission and licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDHP). We are dedicated to the treatment, recovery, and rehabilitation of individuals affected by chronic psychiatric illnesses. Located in a residential housing setting in beautiful Evanston, Illinois, we treat a variety of conditions, including mood disorders, psychotic disorders, as well as those who are dually diagnosed with a mental illness and substance use disorders. To learn more about our facility, go to our website at www.albanycare.com

Key Responsibilities

The Assistant Director of Nursing collaborates with the Director of Nursing to manage nursing department operations, including staff scheduling and supply procurement. They are also responsible for developing care plans and ensuring that the nursing needs of consumers with mental illnesses are met.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Care planningJCAHO complianceOBRA complianceIDPH compliancePharmacy communication

Psychiatric Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 41 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 34% are remote, 56% have no call, 85% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$85k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $85k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Albany Care

Mental Health Care
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Full Benefits
401k
PTO
Opportunity for Advancement