Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut
Previous Director of Nursing experience in skilled nursing or long-term care strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of CMS regulations and survey process
Proven leadership, communication, and team-building skills
Demonstrated success in improving clinical quality and staff engagement
Passion for delivering exceptional resident-centered care
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for all nursing services and clinical operations
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
Maintain survey readiness and promote continuous quality improvement
Recruit, mentor, coach, and retain high-performing nursing staff
Partner with the Administrator and interdisciplinary team to achieve operational and clinical goals
Monitor quality measures, infection prevention, staffing, and resident outcomes
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, compassion, and clinical excellence
Benefits
Work in a 5-Star rated skilled nursing facility
Opportunity to shape nursing practices and clinical outcomes
Collaborative and positive work culture
Focus on team development and staff engagement
Engage with residents and community partners for holistic care
Full Job Description
Director of Nursing (DON)
Complete Care at Middlebury - Middlebury, CT
Lead Clinical Excellence at a 5-Star Skilled Nursing Facility
Complete Care at Middlebury is seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our exceptional nursing team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a strong clinical leader who is passionate about quality care, team development, and resident-centered outcomes.
As the Director of Nursing (DON), you will oversee all clinical operations in our 58-bed, CMS 5-Star rated skilled nursing facility, ensuring the highest standards of care while fostering a positive, collaborative culture for residents and staff alike.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for all nursing services and clinical operations
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
Maintain survey readiness and promote continuous quality improvement
Recruit, mentor, coach, and retain high-performing nursing staff
Partner with the Administrator and interdisciplinary team to achieve operational and clinical goals
Monitor quality measures, infection prevention, staffing, and resident outcomes
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, compassion, and clinical excellence
Build strong relationships with residents, families, physicians, and community partners
Qualifications
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut
Previous Director of Nursing experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of CMS regulations and survey process
Proven leadership, communication, and team-building skills
Demonstrated success in improving clinical quality and staff engagement
Passion for delivering exceptional resident-centered care
