Assistant Director of Nursing - Intermediate Care Facility (ICF)

Company Overview

Quest, Inc. makes a difference in the lives of nearly 600 people each day. For over 60 years, Quest, Inc. has been committed to enriching the lives of individuals with disabilities by providing a path to independence, community inclusion, and empowerment. We are a trusted name in offering compassionate, quality support services, and we invite you to be a part of our team. To see more of what Quest, Inc. has to offer, click here!

Company Values, Mission, and Vision

At Quest, Inc., our mission is to help people with developmental disabilities experience a full life. We are guided by the vision to provide lifelong services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Benefits - Why Youll Love Working Here

Full-time employees:

• Medical Coverage: HRA, FSA, premium discounts, wellness credits, free virtual and Minute Clinic visits, free imaging, and surgery
• Dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with up to 2.5% match
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement, student loan repayment assistance, employee assistance program, and more.

Quest, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the clinical operations of our Intermediate Care Facility serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Reporting to the Director of Nursing, this leadership role oversees day-to-day nursing operations, supports and develops nursing staff, ensures regulatory compliance, and promotes high-quality resident care. The ADON serves as both a clinical resource and operational partner, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, healthcare providers, families, and community stakeholders to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the individuals we support.

Responsibilities/You Will:

• Partner with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily clinical operations and ensure the delivery of high-quality resident care.
• Lead, mentor, and support nursing staff while fostering a positive, collaborative, and accountable team culture.
• Ensure compliance with AHCA, federal, state, and organizational regulations, policies, and standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, healthcare providers, and site leadership to support resident health outcomes and operational excellence.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews, identify opportunities for improvement, and support ongoing quality initiatives.
• Assist with the recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, training, and professional development of nursing staff.
• Coordinate admissions, discharges, physician orders, medical appointments, and other healthcare services for residents.
• Oversee medication administration practices, infection prevention protocols, and clinical documentation standards.
• Build strong working relationships with physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacies, laboratories, guardians, families, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Participate in the nursing leadership on-call rotation and provide support during clinical or operational situations as needed.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced healthcare environment where priorities may shift throughout the day.
• Approach challenges with a calm, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities.
• Lead by example through a hands-on leadership style, stepping in to support the team whenever needed.
• Communicate effectively with staff, families, healthcare providers, and community partners to foster trust and collaboration.
• Provide timely coaching, guidance, and feedback to support staff performance and development.
• Champion a culture of teamwork, service, and person-centered care.
• Maintain a commitment to excellence, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, compliance, and resident well-being.

Basic Qualifications/You Have:

• Nursing degree from an accredited program (Associates or Bachelors degree).
• Active, unrestricted Florida RN or LPN license.
• Minimum of two years of nursing experience.
• Experience in a long-term care, skilled nursing, ICF, or similar healthcare setting.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and electronic medical records (EMR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• One or more years of healthcare leadership or management experience.
• Experience as a Nursing Supervisor, Unit Manager, Clinical Supervisor, ADON, or similar leadership role.
• Bachelors degree in Nursing.
• ICF/IDD experience.
• IV Certification for LPN candidates.

Why Quest?

At Quest, our mission is to help people with disabilities experience a full and meaningful life. Were looking for leaders who are passionate about serving others, supporting their teams, and making a lasting difference in the lives of the individuals we serve.

Core Values

• Passionate About Helping People
• Respect for All People
• Solutions Oriented
• Commitment to Excellence
• Takes Pride in Their Work

Quest, Inc. is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Quest to grant equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, veteran's status, marital status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal statute.

Additional Benefits Information

• Stay healthy with enhanced coverage - medical insurance includes an HRA, premium discounts, wellness credits, free virtual visits, free Minute Clinic visits, free imaging, and surgery
• Full smile & clear vision - dental and vision plans to keep you covered head to toe
• Security for you and your family - company-paid life and disability insurance coverage, plus long-term disability at no cost to you
• Short-term coverage when you need it - short-term disability for life's unexpected moments
• Invest in your future - 401(k) with a company match to grow your retirement savings
• Extra protection, your choice - voluntary accident and hospitalization coverage available
• Save smarter - flexible spending accounts (FSA) to help your dollars go further
• Support for life's challenges - confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to help you and yours
• Keep learning and growing- tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement to help you advance your education and career

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