Director of Nursing (DON)

The Gardens at Millville

$100K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in Pennsylvania
  • Minimum one year of nursing leadership experience in long-term care
  • Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and MDS processes
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
  • Proven ability to mentor staff and foster a positive team culture
  • Commitment to high-quality resident-centered care

Responsibilities

  • Plan and direct nursing services operations
  • Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations for resident care
  • Manage nursing staff performance and training
  • Monitor clinical documentation for accuracy and thoroughness
  • Conduct daily rounds and communicate with physicians and families
  • Collaborate on care plans and MDS assessments
  • Support quality assurance and clinical improvement initiatives
  • Oversee staffing, scheduling, and departmental budgets

Benefits

  • Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Telemedicine Program
  • Company-Paid Group Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacation, personal, and sick leave
  • DailyPay access for earned wages
  • Education Assistance Program with tuition reimbursement options
Full Job Description
Director of Nursing (DON)

Location:The Gardens at Millville | Millville, PA
Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $100,000-$120,000 per year

The Gardens at Millville is seeking an experienced and passionate Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing department in our skilled nursing facility in Millville, PA. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing clinical operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining the highest standards of resident care.

Schedule
  • Day Shift
  • Includes weekend and on-call responsibilities as needed

Key Responsibilities
  • Plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operations of the Nursing Services Department
  • Ensure high-quality resident care while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations
  • Oversee nursing staff performance, training, and professional development
  • Monitor and ensure accurate and thorough clinical documentation, including nurses' notes reflecting resident treatments, medications, and conditions
  • Conduct daily rounds to observe resident care, communicate with physicians, and interact with residents and families
  • Collaborate with the MDS/Resident Assessment Coordinator to schedule, plan, and revise MDS assessments and care plans, including RAPs and triggers
  • Support quality assurance initiatives and continuous improvement in clinical outcomes
  • Work closely with the Administrator and interdisciplinary leadership team to ensure efficient facility operations
  • Manage staffing levels, scheduling oversight, and departmental budgeting
  • Address resident, family, and staff concerns with professionalism and compassion

Qualifications
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Pennsylvania
  • Minimum one (1) year of nursing leadership experience in long-term care (ADON, DON, or similar role)
  • Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations, MDS processes, and clinical compliance
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor staff and build a positive team culture
  • Commitment to delivering high-quality resident-centered care

Benefits

We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including:
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Telemedicine Program
  • Company-Paid Group Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off (vacation, personal, sick, and state sick leave)
  • DailyPay - View your paycheck as it accrues daily, with the option to access earned wages for a nominal fee

Education Assistance Program
  • Up to $5,250 per year toward tuition reimbursement*
  • Up to $2,625 per year toward repayment of a non-federal nursing student loan*

Benefits, bonuses, and variable compensation plans are subject to applicable state law and may vary based on employment classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Apply today!

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