Active Florida RN license or compact license valid in Florida
Prior Director of Nursing experience in a skilled nursing facility
Working knowledge of CMS regulations and survey processes
Familiarity with MDS/PPS
Strong leadership and communication skills
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all nursing operations across the facility
Ensure the building is survey-ready and compliant with regulations
Hire, coach, schedule, and retain nursing staff
Collaborate with the Administrator and interdisciplinary team on quality and clinical outcomes
Oversee infection control and care planning
Manage nursing budget and staffing levels
Benefits
Full benefits package
Real authority to run your department
Supportive leadership that backs the DON
Full Job Description
Job title: Director of Nursing (DON) - Skilled Nursing | Fort Myers Area, FL
Pay: $130,000 - $160,000 per year
Job type: Full-time, Permanent
A skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in the Fort Myers area needs a Director of Nursing who leads from the floor, not just from the office. You'll own clinical operations, build a team that stays, and keep the building survey-ready. If you've already held the DON title in a SNF, this one is worth a conversation.
What You'll Do
Lead and oversee all nursing operations across the facility
Keep the building survey-ready and compliant with state and federal regulations
Hire, coach, schedule, and retain nursing staff
Partner with the Administrator, MDS, and the interdisciplinary team on census, quality, and clinical outcomes
Oversee infection control, care planning, and resident and family concerns
Manage the nursing budget and staffing levels
What You Need
Active Florida RN license (or compact license valid in Florida)
Prior Director of Nursing experience in a skilled nursing facility
Working knowledge of CMS regulations, survey processes, and MDS/PPS
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
What You'll Get
Competitive salary of $130,000 - $160,000, based on experience
Full benefits package
Real authority to run your department
Leadership that backs the DON
Ready to Make a Move?
Apply today. Your inquiry is confidential, and we'll respond quickly.
