Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Sacramento, CA
Salary: $115,000 - $135,000 annually
Full-Time

Lead with Purpose. Grow with Impact.

North Pointe Care Center is seeking an experienced and compassionate Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong clinical leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional resident care, supporting nursing staff, and helping drive clinical excellence within a skilled nursing environment.

If you are a motivated RN leader looking for a rewarding career with competitive compensation and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference, we invite you to apply.

Why Join North Pointe Care Center?

Competitive Salary: $115,000 - $135,000 annually
Supportive and collaborative leadership team
Opportunity to influence patient outcomes and quality initiatives
Professional growth and advancement opportunities
Stable and respected skilled nursing facility
Positive team culture focused on excellence in care

Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing in overseeing the daily operations of the nursing department. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, staff development, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and directing nursing department operations.
• Support and supervise nursing staff, including RNs, LVNs, and CNAs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Monitor quality measures, clinical outcomes, and infection control programs.
• Assist with staff training, mentoring, scheduling, and performance management.
• Participate in surveys, audits, and plan of correction implementation.
• Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, residents, and families.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and resident-centered care.
• Support admissions, care planning, and clinical documentation processes.

• Current and unrestricted California Registered Nurse (RN) License required.
• Previous nursing leadership experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, CA Department of Public Health requirements, and long-term care operations.
• Experience with quality improvement and survey readiness.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with staff, residents, and families.

• Results-driven clinical leader with strong operational skills.
• Passionate about mentoring and developing nursing teams.
• Committed to delivering exceptional resident care.
• Thrives in a fast-paced post-acute and long-term care environment.
• Dedicated to maintaining regulatory compliance and quality outcomes.

Join North Pointe Care Center and become part of a team committed to clinical excellence, compassionate care, and creating the best possible experience for our residents and staff.North Pointe Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.