Join Our Nursing Leadership Team
Las Cruces Wellness & Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) – RN or LPN to join our nursing leadership team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a strong nurse leader who enjoys supporting staff, improving clinical outcomes, and helping maintain a high standard of resident care.
The ADON will work closely with the Director of Nursing and Administrator to support the day-to-day operations of the nursing department, maintain regulatory compliance, and provide leadership to our nursing team.
We are looking for a visible, hands-on leader who supports the team, holds staff accountable, follows through on responsibilities, and is willing to step in wherever needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Nursing with the daily management of nursing services
- Provide leadership, guidance, and support to RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and nursing supervisors
- Conduct clinical rounds and identify opportunities to improve resident care
- Monitor changes in resident condition and ensure appropriate follow-up and documentation
- Participate in daily clinical meetings and interdisciplinary care planning
- Assist with nursing audits, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives
- Monitor clinical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
- Assist with survey preparation, complaint investigations, Plans of Correction, and ongoing regulatory compliance
- Support programs related to falls, wounds, infection prevention, medication management, and other clinical areas
- Assist with staff education, competencies, coaching, and performance management
- Investigate incidents, accidents, grievances, and clinical concerns as assigned
- Promote effective communication between nursing staff, physicians, residents, families, and other departments
- Assist with maintaining appropriate staffing and effective utilization of nursing resources
- Serve as a clinical resource and leadership presence throughout the facility
- Provide nursing leadership coverage and support as needed
Qualifications
- Current RN or LPN license in New Mexico or applicable Compact State license
- Previous nursing leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- Skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or post-acute care experience strongly preferred
- Knowledge of nursing standards and clinical practices
- Understanding of CMS and state regulatory requirements preferred
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to coach and develop employees while maintaining accountability
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Dependable, professional, and committed to maintaining a visible leadership presence
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for more than someone who can manage paperwork. Our ideal ADON is a hands-on nurse leader who is present on the floor, approachable to staff, responsive to resident needs, and committed to follow-through.
You should be comfortable balancing staff support with accountability and have a strong commitment to resident care, documentation, regulatory compliance, teamwork, and customer service.
Join Las Cruces Wellness
If you are an RN or LPN ready to take the next step in nursing leadership, or an experienced nurse leader looking for a new opportunity, we would love to speak with you.
Apply today to join Las Cruces Wellness & Rehabilitation as our next Assistant Director of Nursing!
Pay: $38.00 - $46.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
