Assistant Director of Nursing - RN
Company : wellpath
Location : Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 31 December 2025
You Matter
• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture• Excellent career growth opportunities
Join us and find a career that supports:• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging• Autonomy in a warm team environment• Growth and training
Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: • DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! • Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching• Company paid life insurance• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.
Why Us
Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved.
If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time.
Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan.
We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support.
How you make a difference
The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) is responsible for managing and supervising the nursing staff and operations of the facility to ensure that patients receive appropriate healthcare services. They work collaboratively with the Director of Nursing (DON) and other members of the healthcare team to oversee and implement nursing policies and procedures. The ADON also ensures compliance with regulatory guidelines and maintains a safe and healthy environment for patients and staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervises nursing staff, including performance reviews, hiring, and disciplinary action.
- Evaluates patient care quality and implements improvement initiatives, collaborating with Nurse Managers and DON.
- Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and organization policies and procedures.
- Participates in policy and procedure development and hospital-wide employee orientations.
- Provides professional nursing care as needed to respond to workload demands or staffing shortages.
Additional Details
Location at North Broward Bureau or Broward Main Jail Requirements Education: · Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field. · Master’s degree preferred Experience: · Three (3) years’ experience in psychiatric inpatient setting with an additional two (2) years of supervisory experience. · Two (2) years of post-licensure clinical nursing experience working exclusively with individuals diagnosed with mental illness or multiple disabilities. · Regulatory agency knowledge including The Joint Commission, DHSS, Centers for Medicaid/Medicare Services is preferred. Licenses/Certifications: · Current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the state of employment.Qualifications & Requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field.
- Master’s degree preferred
Experience
- Three (3) years’ experience in psychiatric inpatient setting with an additional two (2) years of supervisory experience.
- Two (2) years of post-licensure clinical nursing experience working exclusively with individuals diagnosed with mental illness or multiple disabilities.
- Regulatory agency knowledge including The Joint Commission, DHSS, Centers for Medicaid/Medicare Services is preferred.
Licenses/Certifications
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the state of employment.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness.
We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.
Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.
We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
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Frequently asked questions
A current Florida RN license is mandatory for this role. Additionally, knowledge of regulatory requirements like those from the Joint Commission and Centers for Medicaid/Medicare Services is highly valued, supporting compliance and elevating care quality in psychiatric inpatient settings.
Fort Lauderdale's healthcare environment emphasizes mental health expertise due to regional needs. Compared to cities like Miami or Tampa, this role demands deeper experience in psychiatric inpatient care and familiarity with local regulatory bodies, reflecting the area's unique patient demographics.
Effective leadership here blends clinical expertise with compassionate oversight, fostering team autonomy and collaboration. Balancing regulatory adherence with innovative care strategies is key, while nurturing a culture that supports underserved and vulnerable populations.
wellpath prioritizes candidates passionate about serving vulnerable populations with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Hiring often favors those with psychiatric inpatient experience and supervisory skills, reflecting their mission-driven approach and emphasis on continuous staff development.
wellpath offers extensive training programs and tuition assistance to foster professional growth. Their culture encourages internal promotions, especially for those demonstrating leadership in psychiatric nursing and compliance expertise, enhancing career trajectories within the organization.
Salaries for this position typically range between $85,000 and $105,000 annually, influenced by experience and certifications. Fort Lauderdale's competitive healthcare market and the specialized psychiatric focus can push compensation towards the higher end of this scale.
Unlike typical nurse managers, this role involves broader operational oversight, including policy implementation, regulatory compliance, and staff performance management. It requires balancing direct patient care with leadership duties, especially in high-demand psychiatric inpatient environments.
Managing nursing staff in a correctional facility involves unique security protocols and addressing complex mental health needs. The environment demands adaptability, strict adherence to regulations, and a strong focus on patient safety within a controlled setting.
Fort Lauderdale shows growing demand for nursing leaders experienced in psychiatric care due to rising mental health awareness and facility expansions. This trend creates favorable job prospects and opportunities for those with supervisory experience in inpatient settings.
wellpath seeks individuals with a deep commitment to non-judgmental compassion, innovation in patient care, and collaboration. They value leaders who champion diversity, equity, and inclusion while driving quality improvements in nursing operations.