Assistant Director of Nursing
Wentworth Senior Living is adding an Assistant Director of Nursing to our growing team!
Salary Range: $43/hr - $45/hr
Schedule: 36 hours/week
Location: Portsmouth, NH - WSL is located steps from Portsmouth's Market Square and Prescott Park, behind the Strawbery Banke Museum
About Us: Wentworth Senior Living's success truly depends on the skill, dedication, and happiness of our staff. Together with the seniors who call our community home, our employees take pride in shaping their workplace culture, and it shows. With industry-leading resident and family satisfaction, WSL is proud to help residents and staff make lasting connections while ensuring our seniors are fully engaged in living better lives longer.
Job Description: Wentworth Senior Living is seeking a compassionate and experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support our clinical team and ensure exceptional care for our residents. This leadership role is key in maintaining compliance, coordinating care, and fostering a positive and supportive environment for both residents and staff.
Key responsibilities include:
Resident Care
- Coordinate healthcare services for residents, ensuring up-to-date medical records and compliance with 805 regulations.
- Complete and maintain Care Plans; schedule and attend resident care meetings.
- Support admissions, internal transfers, and collaborate on quality assurance and outcome tracking.
Leadership
- Provide leadership and collaborate with the Director of Nursing (DON), including staff oversight, performance evaluations, and hiring support.
- Promote a positive, team-oriented culture focused on resident care and staff satisfaction.
Staff Support & Scheduling
- Oversee staff scheduling for nursing roles (Charge Nurses, LNAs, MNAs) to ensure optimal coverage.
- Respond to call-outs and provide direct clinical support when necessary, including stepping into LNA, MNA, or Nursing roles as needed.
On-Call Rotation
- Participate in an every-third-weekend on-call rotation to support clinical operations and maintain strong relationships with staff and residents.
Regulatory & Policy Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all applicable state regulations and facility protocols.
- Assist in policy development and participate in all regulatory surveys and quality initiatives.
Requirements:
- Active RN license in New Hampshire, or active Compact State RN license
- Minimum 3–5 years of nursing experience in a leadership role within a senior services setting
- Strong knowledge of care planning, state regulations, and quality assurance standards
- Excellent communication, organizational, and team-building skills
- MoCA certification (or willingness to obtain)
Benefits:
- Generous PTO Time
- High staff-to-residents ratio
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401K savings plan with employer 4% match contribution after one year
- Life insurance coverage
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
- Employee development and education reimbursement assistance
- Employee assistance program
- Free employee meals
- Referral bonus program
- Surprise rewards throughout the year
Contingencies: All offers of employment are contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment screening, which includes a criminal background check and drug test.
EEO Statement: WSL provides equal employment opportunities in employment to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military status or veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state, federal or local laws or ordinances
