Assistant Director of Nursing (Full-Time) - Columbine West Health and Rehab

Assistant Director Of Nursing

Full-time. Starting salary : $70,000-95,000 / yr. Depending on experience.

Location : 940 Worthington Circle Fort Collins, Colorado

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Inclusive Culture : We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• Growth Opportunities : We invest in your professional development with ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance : Enjoy flexible working hours to balance your personal and professional life with full-time, part-time and RN shifts available!
• Perks and Benefits : Competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits if you work 24+ hours, generous PTO, holiday pay, and more!

About The Role

As an Assistant Director of Nursing at Columbine West, you will :

Maintain diplomatic relations with residents, families, staff, and physicians while leading by example and facilitating a multidisciplinary approach to enhance care quality.

Monitor nursing competency, assess care quality, tracks and reports data on wounds and pressure ulcers, and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and improvement plans.

Provide clinical evaluations, oversee admissions and discharges, monitor labs, and ensure proper immunization programs, including flu, pneumonia, and TB testing.

Update policies, stay current on long-term care trends, follow pharmacy consultant recommendations, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.

Participate in Medicare / IDT meetings, attend other designated committees, and compile / report data for Quality Improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

Education and Experience :

Must possess at a minimum a bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and possess a clear unencumbered license from the State of Colorado as a Registered Nurse.

1+ years of related experience and / or training.

Knowledge of the aging process, dementia, and disabilities preferred.

Experience working with geriatric population in a long-term care facility, assisted living facility, or other related health care facility preferred.

Skills :

In-depth knowledge of aging-related health issues, care practices, and standards specific to elderly residents.

Ability to lead, mentor, and manage nursing staff effectively while fostering teamwork and professional growth.

Familiarity with federal and state regulations governing geriatric care and long-term care facilities.

Proficiency in implementing and monitoring quality improvement programs to ensure high standards of care.

Strong ability to communicate with residents, families, staff, and interdisciplinary teams with empathy and clarity.

Attributes :

Compassion.

Integrity.

Adaptability.

Patience.

Attention to detail.

Our Total Rewards package includes a salary range of between $70,000 - $95,000 / yr. DOE

Employees who work at least 24+ hrs. per week qualify for a full range of benefits, including :

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, employer paid LTD & GTL with AD&D.

An array of voluntary benefit offerings.

Free healthcare clinics are available for anyone covered by the Columbine healthcare plan.

401(k) & Paid Time Off (PTO).

Discounts at our pharmacy.

Discounts at our medical equipment stores.

For over 50 years, Columbine Health Systems has proudly served Northern Colorado as a trusted leader in senior healthcare. Our goal is simple : to provide exceptional care to our residentsand to value and support the incredible team who make that care possible.

When you join us, you're not just taking a jobyou're becoming part of a compassionate, innovative community with a deep commitment to service and excellence.

Apply with us today and become part of a team that values clinical excellence, compassion, and understands the power of home care.

Marijuana-Free Workplace : In accordance with federal law, we maintain a marijuana-free workplace. All employees must be able to pass a drug screening, including for marijuana, regardless of state legalization.

Columbine Health Systems is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.