Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) | 1.0 FTE

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) provides leadership and oversight for home health clinical operations, ensuring high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, staff development, and operational excellence. This role supports clinical teams, oversees patient services, drives quality improvement initiatives, and collaborates with leadership to promote exceptional outcomes and organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight for patient care services, staffing, scheduling, referrals, and individualized care plans.
• Support and supervise clinical personnel to ensure quality, compliance, and excellent patient outcomes.
• Review referrals, coordinate admissions, and collaborate with intake teams and referral sources.
• Monitor OASIS accuracy and timeliness while providing ongoing staff education and support.
• Oversee clinical documentation, compliance audits, billing reviews, and accreditation standards.
• Partner with leadership on Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives and outcome tracking.
• Address patient concerns and assist with service recovery and resolution.
• Assist with policy development, process improvement, and organizational goal achievement.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, ACHC, and organizational requirements.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, orientation, training, competency validation, and annual performance reviews.
• Conduct field visits and provide mentorship, coaching, and clinical education to staff.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and expand clinical programs and services.
• Manage clinical supply resources and cost-effective inventory practices.
• Lead interdisciplinary meetings and participate in departmental and organizational committees.
• Maintain active nursing licensure and certifications.
• Participate in on-call rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Wisconsin.
• Nursing degree from an accredited program.
• Minimum two (2) years of home health experience.
• Minimum one (1) year of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Current American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification.
• Strong knowledge of home health regulations, OASIS, and accreditation standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license, reliable insured vehicle, and willingness to travel as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and lifting.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds independently and assist with patient transfers as needed.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and bloodborne pathogens may occur in patient care settings.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional Growth & Leadership Development Opportunities

Join PRN Home Health & Therapy and help lead a team dedicated to delivering exceptional care where patients are most comfortable—at home.