Director of Nursing

Longterm Health Management Services -

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and results-driven Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing department and help ensure the highest standards of care for our residents.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong nurse leader who enjoys developing teams, improving clinical outcomes, maintaining regulatory compliance, and creating a positive culture of care
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The ideal candidate is a hands-on, visible leader who can support their team, hold staff accountable, and work collaboratively with facility leadership.

The Director of Nursing is responsible for the overall leadership and clinical direction of the nursing department.

The DON will oversee nursing operations, staffing, clinical quality, staff development, regulatory compliance, infection prevention, care planning, and quality improvement while partnering closely with the Administrator and interdisciplinary leadership team.

• Provide overall leadership and direction to the nursing department

• Oversee daily nursing operations and resident care

• Lead and support RNs, LPNs/LVNs, CNAs, and nursing leadership

• Establish clear clinical and performance expectations

• Monitor resident care and clinical outcomes

• Conduct regular rounds and maintain visibility throughout the facility

• Monitor changes in resident condition and ensure appropriate follow-up

• Review incidents, falls, infections, wounds, hospitalizations, and other clinical events

• Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation

• Oversee care planning and interdisciplinary collaboration

• Partner with MDS, therapy, dietary, social services, activities, and physicians

• Develop, implement, and monitor nursing policies and procedures

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations

• Maintain ongoing survey readiness

• Lead nursing preparation for state and federal surveys

• Develop and implement corrective action plans when necessary

• Monitor quality measures and clinical performance

• Lead and participate in QAPI initiatives

• Oversee infection prevention and control practices

• Monitor medication management and treatment practices

• Assist with nursing recruitment, onboarding, and retention

• Develop and mentor nurses and nursing supervisors

• Provide ongoing coaching, education, and performance feedback

• Promote accountability and professional standards

• Monitor staffing levels and work with leadership to address staffing needs

• Oversee nursing schedules and assignments

• Address resident and family concerns promptly and professionally

• Promote excellent communication between nursing and other departments

• Maintain a positive, respectful, and team-oriented nursing culture

• Collaborate with the Administrator and facility leadership on strategic initiatives

• Participate in leadership meetings and interdisciplinary meetings

• Serve as the primary nursing leader and clinical resource for the facility

• Current RN license in good standing

• Previous Director of Nursing, ADON, or senior nursing leadership experience

• Skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute experience strongly preferred

• Strong knowledge of clinical practices and SNF regulations

• Experience with state and federal surveys preferred

• Strong understanding of quality improvement and regulatory compliance

• Excellent leadership and communication skills

• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking abilities

• Ability to recruit, develop, motivate, and retain nursing staff

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Professional, dependable, and resident-focused

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