Assistant Director Jobs in Minnesota

Brand-New Assisted Living Community | Opening January 2027

EXCITING NURSING LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY!

We are seeking a dedicated, motivated, and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our leadership team as the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) at our brand-new assisted living community opening in January 2027!

We are looking for a hands-on nursing leader who is passionate about quality resident care, employee development, accountability, and teamwork.

This is NOT a desk-only nursing position!

The ideal candidate must be willing to lead by example, actively assist on the floor, train and mentor care staff, and work collaboratively with the Director of Nursing to ensure the highest standards of resident care.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Assistant Director of Nursing will work under the direct supervision and direction of the Director of Nursing (DON) to assist with overseeing daily nursing operations, resident care services, staff education, and clinical compliance.

This individual must be able to accept delegated responsibilities from the DON, follow through independently, and ensure nursing and care staff consistently meet established expectations.

The ADON will serve as a key clinical leader, helping establish a strong nursing department and positive workplace culture from the ground up.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Nursing Operations & Clinical Oversight

• Assist the Director of Nursing with daily nursing department operations.
• Carry out assigned and delegated responsibilities from the DON accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor resident care, nursing documentation, and clinical service delivery.
• Ensure care staff follow established policies, procedures, and individualized resident service plans.
• Assist with resident assessments, reassessments, and changes in condition.
• Support medication management, treatment coordination, and nursing documentation.
• Assist with admissions, move-ins, resident evaluations, and care planning.
• Participate in quality assurance, clinical audits, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, providers, and interdisciplinary team members.

Staff Leadership, Training & Accountability

• Lead by example and maintain a positive, professional, and supportive nursing environment.
• Provide hands-on training, coaching, and mentorship to caregivers, medication staff, and nursing personnel.
• Conduct and assist with new employee orientation, competency evaluations, and ongoing staff education.
• Lead staff care training, nursing meetings, and educational in-services.
• Reinforce proper documentation, medication administration, infection prevention, resident safety, and care procedures.
• Monitor employee performance and address concerns in collaboration with the DON.
• Ensure staff are following care plans and completing assigned responsibilities.
• Assist with performance evaluations, corrective action, and employee development as directed.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and excellent resident care.

Hands-On Resident Care & Floor Support

• Be willing and able to assist directly on the floor when needed.
• Support caregivers during busy periods, admissions, emergencies, and staffing challenges.
• Demonstrate proper care techniques and assist employees with challenging care situations.
• Respond promptly to resident needs and changes in condition.
• Assist with resident care duties within the RN scope of practice and facility policies.
• Set a positive example by demonstrating that leadership is part of the team, not separate from it.

Admissions & Resident Services

• Assist with prospective resident assessments and admission coordination.
• Participate in developing individualized care plans and service recommendations.
• Work collaboratively with the Executive Director and DON to support appropriate admissions and occupancy growth.
• Help ensure the community can safely meet each resident’s assessed care needs.
• Maintain communication with families and healthcare providers throughout the admission process.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Must hold an active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with the Minnesota Board of Nursing.
• Previous nursing experience in assisted living, memory care, long-term care, or senior living preferred.
• Previous nursing leadership, supervisory, or staff training experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Minnesota assisted living regulations, including Chapter 144G, preferred.
• Understanding of nursing delegation, supervision, staff competency, and clinical accountability.
• Strong assessment, documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to accept direction and delegated responsibilities from the DON while demonstrating initiative and independent follow-through.
• Ability to lead meetings, conduct staff education, and provide hands-on clinical training.
• Willingness to assist with direct resident care and floor coverage when needed.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to clinical concerns.
• Commitment to maintaining professional nursing standards and resident safety.
• Must meet applicable background study and employment requirements.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We want a nursing leader who is:

• Hands-on: Willing to jump in and help staff when needed.
• Accountable: Follows through on assigned responsibilities and holds others to established standards.
• Knowledgeable: Understands resident care, nursing practices, and clinical expectations.
• Supportive: Willing to teach, coach, and develop care staff.
• Organized: Able to manage daily nursing responsibilities and prioritize resident needs.
• Team-Oriented: Works closely with the DON and community leadership.
• Proactive: Identifies problems, implements solutions, and takes initiative.

We are not looking for someone who simply delegates tasks from an office. We are looking for someone who leads by example, earns the respect of their team, and takes pride in providing exceptional resident care.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

• Be part of opening a brand-new assisted living community!
• Help build and develop a strong nursing and caregiving team.
• Work directly with an experienced Director of Nursing and management team.
• Opportunity to establish nursing standards, training programs, and positive team culture.
• Professional growth and leadership opportunities.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors.

APPLY TODAY!

We are seeking to fill this position by December 1, 2026, allowing our Assistant Director of Nursing to participate in pre-opening preparations, staff training, and clinical readiness before welcoming residents in January 2027.

If you are a compassionate, dependable, hands-on Registered Nurse who is ready to take on a nursing leadership role, we encourage you to apply!

Join our team and help us build a community where exceptional care, accountability, teamwork, and resident satisfaction come first!

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person