Assistant Director of Nursing ADON
Listed compensation
$125k-$130k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
Grays Harbor Health & Rehabilitation | Aberdeen, WA
- $125,000 - $130,000/year
- Full-Time
- Weekend On-Call Rotation (Approximately Once Per Month)
Why Choose Grays Harbor Health & Rehabilitation?
At Avalon, our culture is built on five core values:
Integrity
- Trust
- Excellence
- Accountability
- Mutual Respect
At Grays Harbor Health & Rehabilitation, we're looking for a hands-on nursing leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting both residents and staff. As the Assistant Director of Nursing, you'll partner closely with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily clinical operations, develop nursing teams, and help drive quality outcomes throughout the facility.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organized and accountable leader who enjoys mentoring staff, improving clinical systems, and making a meaningful impact on resident care.
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Leadership that listens
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
- Training, mentorship, and development opportunities
- Career growth opportunities
- Meaningful work with real impact
- Supportive team environment
Full-Time Benefits
- 401(k)
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
- Legal Benefits
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto & Home Insurance Discounts
What You'll Do
- Partner with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily clinical operations and support quality resident care
- Lead, coach, and develop nursing staff while fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork
- Ensure staff education, required training, and performance evaluations are completed on time
- Support nurse managers in preparing for clinical meetings and addressing resident care concerns
- Monitor medication cart audits, quality measures, and regulatory compliance efforts
- Assist with staffing needs, provide leadership support, and participate in the weekend on-call rotation once per month
What You'll Need
- Current RN license in Washington State or NLC eligible
- Nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute care
- Strong clinical knowledge and leadership skills
- Experience coaching, developing, and holding staff accountable
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to pass employment screenings
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join a team that values leadership, compassion, and clinical excellence while making a lasting impact on residents, families, and caregivers.
Pay is based on experience, qualifications, and skills.
Grays Harbor Health & Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This facility complies with Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) regulations. Learn more at nursecompact.com.
If you believe this posting does not comply with Washington law, send notice to legal@avalonhealthcare.com.
Key Responsibilities
The Assistant Director of Nursing partners with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily clinical operations and ensure high-quality resident care. This role involves leading and mentoring nursing staff, managing performance, and maintaining regulatory compliance within the facility.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current RN license in Washington State or be NLC eligible. Previous nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute care settings is required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Geriatrics — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 40 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 60% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$128k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $119k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.0 / 10 · above average in nursing leadership | ranked against 1,187 Nursing Leadership listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$119k in purchasing power | Washington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Nursing Leadership listings in Washington | 108 active | 5,961 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 28% remote · 60% no call · 68% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$128k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$9k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,187 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
- Includes call
- Includes weekends
About Avalon Health Care
Benefits & Perks
Living in Aberdeen
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $301k≈ 2.4× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $1,370/mo≈ 13% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 21 min
- State income tax
- None
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.