Williamsburg Village Healthcare Campus - Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (LVN) Williamsburg Village Healthcare Campus DeSoto, TX Williamsburg Village Healthcare Campus in DeSoto, TX has an opportunity for a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to serve as Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON ). A rewarding career is waiting for you at a great facility that specializes in long-term and rehabilitative care! If you are an experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with previous skilled nursing experience and are looking for an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) . The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) at Williamsburg Village Healthcare Campus in DeSoto, TX , Is a key management role. You will assist in the leadership and delivery of clinical services for Williamsburg Village Healthcare Campus . Your primary goal will be to ensure that facility residents receive the best possible quality care. This is a perfect opportunity to demonstrate your leadership abilities and nursing expertise! You will be a part of a multi-disciplinary team that is recognized for their achievements and contributions. Come be a part of our mission to provide superior clinical care, rehabilitation, wellness, and supportive services that meet the wants, needs, and expectations of our patients and residents. We offer competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, holiday pay, paid time off, employee appreciation events and much more. At Williamsburg Village Healthcare Campus in DeSoto, TX, you will be a part of a well-respected facility that is making an impact in the lives of our residents, our team, and the community in which we serve. We look forward to you joining our team! Responsibilities: Maintains appropriate nursing service obligations, goals, and standards of nursing practices consistent with licensure requirements and the Nurse Practice Act. Oversees, directs, and coordinates nursing staff to provide proper resident care consistent with standard nursing practices. Participates in screening prospective residents as well as ongoing assessment of resident needs. Assures staff adherence to appropriate infection control procedures, quality assurance programs and OSHA procedures are followed. Functions as the liaison between facility and other outside caregivers. Conducts employee conferences, counseling, and evaluations. Participates in the hiring of new nursing employees and the orientation process to the facility and the residents. Assists in the ongoing in-service education of nursing staff. Responsible for adhering to the nursing service budget. Assumes responsibility/authority for decision regarding all aspects of nursing care, consulting with the Director of Assisted Living, Nurse Consultants, and other resources. Assures provision of appropriate medications, treatments, and nursing services according to care plans and physician’s instructions. Monitors/controls inventories of drugs and supplies. Notifies the Director of Assisted Living, physician and family or responsible party in the event of a significant change in the resident’s condition. Formulates plan of care based on a resident assessment and completes resident care attendant assignments based on needs of the resident. Attends all department head meetings, staff meetings and serves on appropriate committees as deemed necessary by the Director of Assisted Living. Job Requirements · LVN License in the State of Texas is required · Previous skilled nursing facility experience with a solid understanding of clinical operations and regulatory compliance · Nursing management experience and/or staff development experience · Must have demonstrated the ability to maintain strong employee relationships · Strong communication and interpersonal skills needed · Strong written and verbal skills required Benefits: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Company Paid Life Insurance 401k Retirement Savings Supplemental Voluntary Benefits Paid Time Off with Cash-Out and Donation Options Paid Holidays Pay on Demand - Payday Advance Gym Membership and Fitness Program Discounts Additional employee perks
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General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.
Nursing roles in senior living are fundamentally different from hospital nursing. Most positions involve building long-term relationships with the same residents over months or years rather than cycling through new patients every shift. Facilities in the DFW area typically require an active Texas RN or LVN license, current CPR/BLS certification, and many prefer at least one year of geriatric or long-term care experience.
Shift patterns vary widely — some facilities run traditional 8-hour shifts (day, evening, night), while others use 12-hour rotations. Weekend and holiday coverage is almost always part of the schedule. The nurse-to-resident ratio in assisted living is generally more favorable than in hospitals, but you will likely be the highest-level clinical staff on the floor during your shift, which means more autonomy and more responsibility for clinical judgment calls.
What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day
Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.
A typical shift starts with medication pass and resident assessments. You will review overnight notes from the previous shift, check vitals for residents on your watch list, and coordinate with CNAs on any changes in condition. Mid-shift usually involves documentation, family communication, and working with physicians on care plan updates — often by phone or telehealth rather than in-person rounds.
Depending on the facility, you may also handle admissions paperwork, manage wound care, supervise medication techs, and respond to emergencies. The documentation load in senior living is significant — state surveys and compliance requirements mean thorough charting is non-negotiable. Many nurses in this setting say the most rewarding part is knowing their residents personally and being able to notice subtle changes that a rotating hospital nurse might miss.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of
$48.76/hr ($101,421/yr).
The typical range is $39.25 – $53.19/hr
(25th–75th percentile).
Entry Level (10th)$73,403/yr
DFW Median$101,421/yr
Experienced (90th)$129,709/yr
vs. National Median+4.0%
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area).
Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.