Director of Nursing (DON) - 113-Bed Skilled Nursing FacilityLocation: Holy Trinity
Compensation: Highly Competitive / Negotiable | Comprehensive Benefits Package
Paid Time Off: 4 Weeks PTO
We are seeking an experienced, visionary
Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing department and uphold the highest standards of resident-centered care across our 113-bed community.
Key Responsibilities- Clinical & Operational Leadership: Direct, plan, and oversee the daily operations of the nursing department to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations.
- Team Development: Lead recruitment, onboarding, retention, and ongoing mentorship of nurses and certified nursing assistants (CNAs), fostering a supportive, accountable clinical environment.
- Quality Assurance & Improvement: Monitor clinical outcomes, lead QAPI initiatives, and ensure survey readiness across all shifts to maintain our CMS 5-Star standing.
- Policy & Protocol Implementation: Review and update clinical policies, infection control protocols, and nursing care procedures in line with current evidence-based practices.
- Collaborative Care: Partner with the Medical Director, attending physicians, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families to create tailored, compassionate care plans.
- Resource & Budget Management: Manage nursing department scheduling, clinical supplies, and operational budgets effectively.
Qualifications- Licensure: Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive clinical leadership experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) or long-term care setting (prior DON or Assistant DON experience strongly preferred).
- Regulatory Expertise: In-depth knowledge of CMS survey processes, Title 22/state health codes, OSHA standards, and MDS/PDPM requirements.
- Leadership Capabilities: Demonstrated ability to build team morale, resolve conflicts, mentor clinical staff, and maintain composure in high-pressure environments.
- Communication: Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal skills for active engagement with families, staff, and regulatory surveyors.
What We Offer- Highly competitive executive salary (commensurate with experience, negotiable)
- Generous paid time off (4 weeks PTO)
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Continuing education support and professional development opportunities
- A supportive, mission-driven administrative leadership team
