Castleton Health Care Center – Indianapolis, IN
Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity | Competitive Pay | Benefits Available
Castleton Health Care Center is seeking an experienced and compassionate Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our leadership team in Indianapolis, Indiana. If you are a dedicated nurse leader with a passion for quality resident care, staff development, regulatory compliance, and clinical excellence, we invite you to apply today.
As the ADON, you will work closely with the Director of Nursing to oversee daily clinical operations, support nursing staff, maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, and ensure exceptional care for our residents. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse looking to advance their career in long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and post-acute care.
Benefits for Full-Time Employees
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Responsibilities
Assist the Director of Nursing in managing daily nursing operations within the skilled nursing facility.
Promote high-quality resident care, positive clinical outcomes, and resident/family satisfaction.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including CMS and Department of Health requirements.
Supervise, mentor, and support nursing staff including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
Assist with staff scheduling, staffing plans, and reducing overtime and agency utilization.
Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
Monitor clinical documentation, physician orders, medication administration, and resident assessments for accuracy and compliance.
Conduct nursing rounds and provide guidance regarding resident care concerns.
Assist with infection prevention, risk management, and survey preparedness activities.
Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance evaluations of nursing staff.
Serve as a clinical resource and leader for all departments within the facility.
Provide direct resident care when necessary and support nursing teams during staffing challenges.
Collaborate with physicians, therapists, families, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure excellent resident outcomes.
Qualifications
Current and active Indiana LPN or RN license required.
Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), Long-Term Care (LTC), Rehabilitation Center, or Post-Acute Care setting preferred.
Previous nurse leadership experience as a Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, Nurse Supervisor, ADON, or Director of Nursing preferred.
Knowledge of CMS regulations, survey processes, infection control practices, and long-term care standards.
Current CPR/BLS certification required.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced healthcare environment while maintaining a resident-centered approach to care.
Why Join Castleton Health Care Center?
At Castleton Health Care Center, we believe nursing leadership is more than managing schedules—it is building a culture of compassion, accountability, teamwork, and clinical excellence. Our residents deserve exceptional care, and our employees deserve a workplace where they are valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Apply today to join one of Indianapolis' leading skilled nursing and rehabilitation teams.
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