Assistant Director of Nursing Services (ADON)
Listed compensation
$110k-$120k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
- Position: ADON/IP
- Pay Range: $110,000-$120,000 DOE
- Location: North Auburn Care, 2830 I St. NE, Auburn, WA 98002
About Us
At North Auburn Care (a Caldera Care facility), we are dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming environment that feels like home. Our building is newly remodeled, new management, and offer set schedules. Our commitment to our residents is exemplified by our team of compassionate employees.
We take pride in providing top-notch care, delivering the highest standards of excellence. When a loved one comes to our facility, they will be well cared for, will feel heard, and will know that they matter. We strongly believe that the key to this is through our incredible staff! Come join our amazing team!
What You Will Do
- Under the supervision of the DON, you'll assume responsibility and accountability for assigned core programs
- Responsible for all infection control monitoring, tracking, and prevention
Primary Staff Development/educator
- Make frequent rounds to ensure nursing staff are following their assigned duties and redirect as necessary
- Ensure the nursing stations are well organized, cleaned, and stocked appropriately
- Participate in development and implementation of resident specific care plans
- Any other tasks as directed by the DON
Must Have
- Current Washington RN license without any enforcement action against it
- Minimum one year in a supervisory role in a skilled nursing setting preferred
- Caldera Cares for you!
- Competitive pay scale
- Full benefits package - Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401k
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Time off
- Grow with Caldera
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Clinical Scholarships
- Continued Education
- Leadership Training
- Scholarship Programs
Pay Transparency Statement
Compensation for roles at North Auburn Care varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by state and local law, North Auburn Care provides a reasonable pay scale to include the hourly or salary range that North Auburn Care expects to pay for roles they may be hired in Washington, as stated below:
Pay Range: $110,000-$120,000 DOE
Key Responsibilities
The Assistant Director of Nursing Services is responsible for infection control monitoring, staff development, and ensuring nursing staff adhere to assigned duties. They also participate in the development and implementation of resident-specific care plans.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current Washington RN license without enforcement actions. A minimum of one year in a supervisory role within a skilled nursing setting is preferred.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Long-Term Care Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 42 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 31% are remote, 60% have no call, 86% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$115k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $107k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$115k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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