Director of Nursing

Job Type: Full-time

Relocation is required. Relocation Bonus applies: $2,500.

Job Location:

Roswell, New Mexico

Job Setting:
Skilled Nursing

Licensed Capacity: 118 beds.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance

The Director of Nursing will administer and manage Nursing Services for residents, ensuring compliance with physician orders and regulatory standards. The Director oversees 24‑hour nursing operations, leads the Nursing Department in quality standards, and, in the absence of the Administrator, assumes full operational responsibility for the center.

• Assume ultimate responsibility for coordinating plans for the total care of each resident in accordance with physician orders, governmental regulations, and facility policies.
• Communicate and interpret policies and procedures to nursing staff, monitor staff practices, and ensure implementation.
• Participate in all admissions decisions and visit prospective residents before admissions.
• Participate in daily and weekly management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, personnel, or resident complaints or concerns.
• Perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned.

• Currently licensed as an RN in the state of practice.
• Associate or Bachelor degree from an accredited nursing school (required).
• Five years in long‑term or acute health care preferred; at least 2 years nursing supervisory experience required.