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$81,510 - $111,540 / year

Overview

RN – Assistant Director of Nursing / Educator

Elderwood at Ticonderoga | $81,510 – $111,540 / year | Full-Time

Make an Impact in Resident Care and Staff Development

Elderwood at Ticonderoga is seeking acompassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN)to serve asAssistant Director of Nursing (ADON) and Educator. This dual-role position supports the Director of Nursing in leadership, staff training, and ensuring high-quality resident care.

Located in the heart of the Adirondacks, this full-time role offers the opportunity to lead, educate, and make a meaningful impact on both residents and nursing staff.

Why Work at Elderwood at Ticonderoga:

+ Gas allowance stipend

+ Pay-in-lieu program for part-time clinical staff (earn up to 16% more)

+ Tuition assistance programs for clinical tracks

+ Shift differentials

+ Full benefits package, including 401(k) with company match

+ Employee referral program

+ Collaborative leadership culture with focus on work-life balance

Position Overview:

The ADON/Educator leads and supports the nursing department, assisting the DON in staffing, personnel management, staff education, and infection control. This role ensures regulatory compliance and the delivery of quality nursing services while fostering staff development and professional growth.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Administrative:

+ Assist the DON with overall staffing, personnel management, and departmental operations

+ Act as DON in their absence under Administrator direction

+ Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate nursing staff

+ Ensure adequate 24-hour nursing coverage

+ Develop, implement, and communicate nursing policies and procedures

+ Maintain compliance with State Board of Nursing, Nurse Practice Act, and other regulations

Education & Training:

+ Serve as Educator for nursing staff, including orientation, in-service programs, and continuing education

+ Oversee Nursing Assistant Training Program and ensure all nurse aides are properly supervised

+ Develop and evaluate educational programs for all facility personnel

Resident Care & Nursing Oversight:

+ Assess residents and monitor care needs through daily rounds

+ Supervise admissions, readmissions, and coordination of Medicare skilled services

+ Monitor therapeutic services, medication administration, and treatment schedules

+ Ensure residents receive a safe, clean, and supportive environment

Qualifications

RN - Assistant Director of Nursing/Educator Qualifications:

+ Credentials as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) with a current state license in good standing in state which work is performed

+ Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience as an RN required five (5) years preferred

+ Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience

+ Minimum of one (1) year of experience in geriatric nursing; acute care setting preferred

+ Valid, current BLS/CPR certification required (or willingness to obtain

+ Previous experience in nursing education, training, and/or performing in-services desired

+ Demonstrated proficiency in various computer applications, programs, and electronic medical records

+ Ability to participate in facility on-call program which may include working at facility on evenings and weekends

+ Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) preferred

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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Posted Date1 week ago(1/5/2026 9:57 AM)

Requisition ID2026-34396

# of Openings1

Area of InterestNursing

CompanyElderwood

LocationElderwood at Ticonderoga

Position TypeRegular Full-Time

ShiftDays - Mon-Fri with on-call required

Salary$81,510 - $111,540 / year