"Alerted.org

Chariton Specialty Care , a 60-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Chariton, IA, is now hiring!

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Care Initiatives | Chariton, Iowa

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) leader ready to take the next step in your career? Join Care Initiatives as an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), where your leadership, clinical expertise, and commitment to quality care will help shape the future of resident care. With more than forty skilled nursing communities across Iowa, we are proud to provide exceptional care and meaningful support at every stage of the healthcare journey.

As an Assistant Director of Nursing, you’ll partner with the Director of Nursing to guide and mentor your nursing team, ensuring the highest standards of care are consistently met. This is an excellent opportunity for an RN looking to grow into a leadership role within a supportive, mission-driven organization.

Why do RNs choose Care Initiatives?

We offer more than just competitive pay. Our employees enjoy:

+ Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, PTO, and more.

+ Referral bonuses for bringing talented colleagues to our team.

+ Dayforce Wallet, giving you access to your pay as you earn it—no waiting for payday.

+ Career growth opportunities within one of Iowa’s most respected not-for-profit healthcare organizations.

What you’ll do as an ADON:

+ Support the DON in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department.

+ Conduct regular rounds to monitor care quality, recognize achievements, and address areas for improvement.

+ Mentor and guide team members, fostering professional development and a positive team culture.

+ Manage key administrative and clinical functions to enhance department efficiency.

+ Participate in the on-call rotation as part of the leadership team.

What it takes to join our team:

+ A current, valid RN license in good standing (Iowa or ability to activate).

+ Current CPR certification.

+ Strong understanding of long-term care regulations preferred.

+ A passion for learning, teamwork, and leadership growth.

Take the next step in your nursing leadership journey. Apply now and join Care Initiatives, where your skills are valued, your leadership is supported, and your work makes a lasting difference.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Care Initiatives is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Details

Pay Type Hourly