ADON
Medical abbreviation · Hospital
| Stands for | Assistant director of nursing |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
ADON stands for Assistant director of nursing, a hospital abbreviation.
Nurse leader who supports the director of nursing, usually in long-term care, managing staffing, infection control, education or MDS coordination and covering when the DON is absent.
Example: ADON completed weekly wound rounds with treatment nurse.
Usage notes
Some facilities have several ADONs with defined areas such as clinical services or staff development. The role is a common step toward becoming a DON. ADONs may be RNs or, depending on state rules, LPNs.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.