Assistant Director of Nursing
Listed compensation
$120K–$135K /yr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
Assistant Director of Nursing
Full-time, Exempt, Essential Personnel
Vierra Falls Church, a Vierra Communities property, is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our dynamic team! Are you looking to put your leadership skills and the compassion you have for people to work with an employer that values you and the work you do?
If so, Vierra Falls Church is looking for you. We are seeking a dynamic Assistant Director of Nursing under the leadership of the Director of Nursing, to lead the clinical team.
If you are a strong and motivated leader, we invite you to join our amazing team in providing our residents and patients with compassion and excellent care. We offer extremely generous and competitive pay and benefits.
Major Duties and Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
- Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and directs the overall operations of the Nursing Services department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations.
- Interprets and communicates policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation.
- Participates in all admission decisions.
- Participates in daily or weekly management team meetings to discuss census changes, resident changes in status, complaints or concerns.
- Evaluates work performance of all nursing personnel and implements discipline according to operational policies.
- Participate in QAPI or facility assessment activities as needed, such as carrying out duties assigned as part of a performance improvement committee
- Facilitates, serves, attends or participates in various committees of the facility as appointed.
- Ensures delivery of compassionate quality care and nursing supervision as evidenced by adequate staff coverage on the units, general cleanliness, and maintaining optimal resident functions.
- Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team, physicians, consultants, and community agencies to identify and resolve issues and improve the quality of services.
- Oversees nursing schedules to ensure resident needs, regulatory and budget standards are met.
- Participates in the recruitment, hiring and termination of nursing personnel.
- Performs rounds to observe residents and ensure nursing needs are being met.
- Conducts observations of nursing care and supervises development of in-service education to ensure nursing staff is competent in current knowledge and skills.
- Promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.
- Monitors, assists and implements the infection control program in accordance to current infection control guidelines to prevent the development and transmission of disease and infection.
- Participates in budget development for the nursing department, medical, nursing and central supplies.
- Assists in the preparation of inspection surveys, including staff in-services on survey processes, and participation in mock surveys as indicated.
- Participates in the facility’s plan of correction response to an inspection survey and implements any follow-up required for nursing allegations.
- Communicates directly with residents, medical and nursing staff, family members, department heads and members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and services and respond to and resolve complaints and concerns.
- Oversees resident incidents and concerns daily to identify any unusual occurrences and reports them promptly to the Administrator and/or state agency for appropriate action.
- Monitors for allegations of potential abuse or neglect, or misappropriation of resident property and participates in the investigative process.
- Promotes safe work practices, safety rules, and accident prevention procedures to prevent employee injury and illness.
- May provide direct nursing care as necessary.
- Acts in an administrative capacity in the absence of the Administrator.
Required Qualifications
- A Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.
- Must have, as a minimum, three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing home, or other related health care facility.
- Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in practicing state.
- Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.
- Current CPR certification.
- Must possess strong technical aptitude and hands-on experience with HRIS, Time-and-attendance/scheduling systems. ADP and Smarlinx preferred.
About Vierra Communities & Vierra Falls Church
We are a family-owned and operated community that provides a truly unique health & rehabilitation experience. We have a close-knit staff that will do anything to create the best community and experience for our residents
Vierra's Culture & Mission
We have a positive, supportive and thriving culture that supports and encourages innovation, leadership, warmth and compassion and excellence. Our Mission: to advance and redefine healthcare.
Full Time Benefits
- 7 Holidays
- Generous PTO
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary STD & LTD Insurance
- 401(k) immediate enrollment with match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program
Disclaimer
Vierra Communities provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vierra complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Key Responsibilities
The Assistant Director of Nursing leads the clinical team and oversees the overall operations of the Nursing Services department in accordance with state and federal laws. Key duties include managing nursing schedules, supervising staff performance, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compassionate resident care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a nursing degree and a current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license, along with CPR certification. A minimum of three years of supervisory experience in a healthcare facility and proficiency with HRIS and scheduling systems are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 50 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 58% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$128k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $126k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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