Assistant Director of Nursing Needed in Watertown, MN

Assistant Director Of Nursing (ADON) In Minnesota Assisted Living Facility

Bring your passion for clinical excellence and your leadership expertise to a nurturing, boutique senior care community where staff and residents truly matter. Make an authentic impact as Assistant Director Of Nursing (ADON) , a place where professional growth, innovation, and respect go hand-in-hand.

About

• Boutique-style luxury senior living with a resident-first philosophy and high staff-to-resident ratios.
• Family-owned, values-driven organization dedicated to safety, compassion, creativity, and integrity.
• Supportive management, collaborative nursing teams, flexible schedules, and a positive atmosphere.

Your Impact & Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire nursing staff to deliver gold-standard care for every resident.
• Oversee daily clinical operations, ensuring each neighborhood Skilled, Assisted Living, and Memory Care runs smoothly and to the highest quality standards.
• Collaborate on resident assessments, individualized care plans, and ongoing quality assurance initiatives.
• Guide and educate staff on best practices, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and professional development for the clinical team.
• Communicate with families compassionately advocate for resident needs, answer questions, and offer support.
• Drive innovative projects to enhance resident wellness, safety, and dignity.
• Step up as acting DON when needed, and partner closely with leadership to shape community-wide clinical strategy.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay for leadership roles (ADON and DON positions recognized for strong compensation).
• Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and excellent work-life balance.
• Chef-prepared meals, wellness programs, and comprehensive support resources.
• A management culture where input is valued and great work is always recognized.
• Career advancement pathways, internal promotions, and professional development.
• Spacious, comfortable work environment and all the resources you need to succeed.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota RN license.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• 5+ years clinical nursing experience, 2+ years in leadership or supervisory roles.
• Strong organizational, people, and project management skills.
• Passion for resident advocacy and ongoing improvement in geriatric care.
• Effective communicator, proactive problem-solver, and inspiring team player.

Ready to be part of a senior care team where your leadership truly makes a difference? Apply to us today and help set the standard for excellence in Minnesota nursing leadership!

Apply today!

Send your confidential resume to Duane Stone at Duane.Stone@gogpac.com Call/Text: 847-385-3995 for more details.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.