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title: Assistant Director Nursing 1st Shift
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| **Company** | Gardant Management Solutions |
| **Location** | New Whiteland, IN |
| **Salary** | $72K/yr - $74K/yr |
| **Type** | Full Time |
| **Posted** | Oct 14, 2026 |

## Is this job real?

**Ghost job check:** B · Low risk. Probably a real opening.

## Visa sponsorship

- **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Gardant Management Solutions.
- **E-Verify:** Gardant Management Solutions uses E-Verify.

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## Description

**Responsibilities:**

- Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, our ADON is responsible for training, scheduling, and guiding the clinical team toward delivering exceptional care experiences.
- Conduct initial assessment of prospective residents
- Perform wellness assessments and develop individualized care plans based on the needs and preferences of each resident
- Deliver health promotion services, offer disease prevention counseling, and provide self-care education to residents
- Engage with residents and family members in a compassionate and impactful manner, creating a lasting and positive experience
- Foster communication by regularly engaging with physicians, pertinent healthcare providers, and family members, ensuring the exchange of information on resident health status
- Contribute toward quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives
- Engage in continuous learning and development opportunities through attendance and participation in educational seminars, staff meetings, and other learning experiences
- Comply with all rules and regulations regarding confidentiality and privacy of team members and resident information
- Perform any other duties as assigned or necessary

**Qualifications:**

- Holds valid state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN)
- Minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Prior senior care experience strongly preferred
- Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to serve with *love*, *compassion*, and *dignity*

**Benefits:**

- Advancement and professional growth opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit packages
- EAP & wellness programs
- 401(k) with biweekly employer match*
- Outside-In Employee Referral Program
- Intentional work-life balance supported with competitive Paid Time Off*
- Self-service payroll & accuracy tools (Paycom)

**Benefits and eligibility may vary based on employment status (full-time/part-time)*
## Skills

- Compassion
- Elderly Care
- Registered Nurse
- Disease Prevention
- Interpersonal Skills
- Performance Improvement
- Confidentiality
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Supervisory Skills
- Continuous Learning
- Health Promotion
- Counseling
- Care Planning
- Quality Assurance
- Communication
## Benefits

- Professional Development
- Mental Health
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employee Programs
- 401(k) Plans

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