Assistant Director Of Nursing

Description:

NaphCare, Inc., a family-owned healthcare technology and services company with more than 35 years of experience, is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join its team at the Tucson facility. NaphCare is a leading provider of patient-focused healthcare within correctional facilities nationwide and is dedicated to improving outcomes by combining innovation with compassionate care. With over 6000 employees and growing, NaphCare offers a supportive environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally.

The Assistant Director of Nursing will play a vital leadership role in overseeing daily nursing operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care, and supporting the Director of Nursing in all administrative and clinical functions. This position requires a dynamic and proactive healthcare professional with strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills who can manage teams effectively while maintaining compliance with state and facility guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing daily nursing operations and ensuring continuity of patient care.

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to nursing staff in a correctional healthcare setting.

• Ensure compliance with all state regulations, facility policies, and accreditation standards.

• Support in recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance management of nursing staff.

• Actively monitor patient care delivery, clinical outcomes, and implement quality improvement initiatives.

• Serve as a resource for staff education and professional development.

• Collaborate with physicians, correctional facility administrators, and other healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes.

• Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and ensure adherence to organizational standards.

Qualifications:

• Active and valid RN license in Arizona (mandatory).

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.

• Prior administrative and management experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

• Current CPR certification required.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing needs in correctional healthcare.

Employee Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance starting on day one of employment.

• Free prescriptions through NaphCare’s health plan.

• 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with company contributions starting day one.

• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays.

• Tuition assistance and referral bonuses.

• Continuing Education opportunities with free CEU/CME through NaphCare’s partnership with NetCE.

• On-site education, EAP services, and free term life insurance.

• Strong career growth opportunities with emphasis on internal promotion and leadership development.