Director of Nursing

ExcelCare at Dover

$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey.
  • Prior experience as a Director of Nursing (DON) or similar leadership role in nursing.
  • Experience in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Care (LTC) is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of CMS regulations and quality assurance processes.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Direct daily nursing department operations.
  • Lead and mentor teams of RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
  • Ensure high-quality resident care with individualized care planning.
  • Maintain compliance with all health regulations and standards.
  • Monitor quality measures and performance improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams for resident care.
  • Oversee staffing, scheduling, and employee performance.
  • Cultivate a positive and compassionate workplace culture.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with company match (up to 5%)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Daily Pay Available
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Supportive Leadership Team
Full Job Description
Director of Nursing (DON) | Registered Nurse (RN) | Skilled Nursing | Long-Term Care

ExcelCare at Dover is hiring an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical team at our Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) in Dover, NJ. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN) with leadership experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, post-acute care, or a nursing home who is passionate about clinical excellence, team development, and delivering exceptional resident care.

As our Director of Nursing, you will oversee all nursing operations, lead a dedicated team of RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, ensure compliance with CMS and Department of Health regulations, and help drive quality outcomes throughout the facility.

Location: 65 N. Sussex Street, Dover, NJ 07801

Director of Nursing Benefits:
  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match (up to 5%)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Daily Pay Available
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Supportive Leadership Team


Director of Nursing Responsibilities:
  • Direct the daily operations of the nursing department.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop teams of Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
  • Ensure high-quality resident care through individualized care planning and clinical oversight.
  • Maintain compliance with CMS, Department of Health, and all federal and state regulations.
  • Monitor quality measures, audits, infection prevention, and performance improvement initiatives.
  • Partner with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate resident care.
  • Oversee staffing, scheduling, employee performance, and nursing department operations.
  • Foster a positive culture focused on teamwork, compassion, accountability, and clinical excellence.


Director of Nursing Qualifications:
  • Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey.
  • Previous experience as a Director of Nursing (DON), Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), Nurse Manager, Unit Manager, or other nursing leadership role.
  • Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), Long-Term Care (LTC), Rehabilitation Center, Post-Acute Care, or Nursing Home preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, state survey readiness, infection prevention, and quality assurance.


Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Passion for resident-centered care and building high-performing nursing teams.

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