Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Registered NurseFull-Time

Listed compensation

$80k-$95k

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Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
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Job Description

Western Hills Retirement Village

A Caring Place Healthcare Group Facility

Pay Rate: 80k-95k

Are you a skilled nurse ready to take the next step into leadership? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can mentor teams and drive quality care? Caring Place Healthcare Group is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support clinical excellence and lead our nursing team.

Why Choose Caring Place Healthcare Group?

* Supportive & Engaged Leadership – You’re not just an employee.

* Career Growth Opportunities – Advance your career with ongoing training and development.

* A Company That Cares – Family-owned and committed to compassion, respect, and exceptional resident care.

* Competitive Pay & Benefits – Full-time team members are eligible to enroll in:

* Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

* Life Insurance and short- and long-term disability.

* PTO accrued each pay period, and a paid birthday PTO day

* 401(k) with company match

* Tuition Reimbursement

* All within a supportive, values-driven culture rooted in our passion. People Caring For And About People.

Your Role as an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON):

* Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing daily operations of the nursing department

* Supervise and support nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, CMAs, and CNAs

* Ensure compliance with all facility policies, procedures, and state and federal regulations

* Support the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures

* Monitor quality of care and identify opportunities for improvement

* Assist with hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations of nursing staff

* Provide clinical guidance and support to staff, including care planning and documentation

* Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, resident-centered care

* Promote a positive, supportive environment for residents, families, and staff

* Ensure adherence to infection control, safety, and HIPAA regulations

What We're Looking For

* Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

* Current LPN or RN license in the State of Ohio

* Current CPR certification

* Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role

* Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and nursing practices

* Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

* Ability to work independently and collaboratively

* Strong organizational and time-management skills

* Compassionate, calm, and resident-focused approach to care

Your Next Step Starts Here!

This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

Caring Place Healthcare Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

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Key Responsibilities

The Assistant Director of Nursing assists in overseeing daily nursing operations and supervising staff including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. They ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while monitoring quality of care and supporting clinical excellence.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited School of Nursing with a current Ohio LPN or RN license and CPR certification. A minimum of 3 years of nursing experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role, is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Nursing leadershipStaff supervisionRegulatory complianceQuality improvementPerformance evaluationHIPAA complianceInterdisciplinary collaborationMentoring

Long-Term Care — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 50 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 34% are remote, 46% have no call, 82% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$88k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $94k in an average-cost state. 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Cincinnati

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$243k
Typical market rent
$1,414/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.4
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Western Hills Retirement Village

Hospitals and Health Care
Cincinnati, OH
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
PTO accrued each pay period
Paid birthday PTO day
401(k) with company match
Tuition Reimbursement