Aspiring DON: 6-Month Nursing Leadership Training

NexCare Health; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured 6-month DON development

One-on-one mentorship from experienced

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Leadership career path

Job summary

NexCare Health in Oakland County, Michigan, seeks a highly motivated RN to join as Director of Nursing (DON) in Training. Through a structured 6-month program, you will work with experienced nursing leaders and gain hands-on training in nursing operations, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and clinical leadership.

Upon completion, the goal is to transition into a DON role within the organization. This full-time opportunity requires an active RN license in Michigan, with long-term care

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted RN license in Michigan.
• Experience in Long-Term Care/Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Minimum of 3 years in one or more leadership roles (MDS Coordinator, Infection Preventionist/ICP, Unit Manager, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and clinical operations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Desire to grow into an executive nursing leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Nursing department management.
• Clinical oversight and resident care management.
• Staffing management and scheduling.
• Recruitment, retention, and staff development.
• Budget awareness and operational planning.

Skills

RN leadership

Long-Term Care

Executive potential

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Nursing

Job description

NexCare Health in Oakland County, Michigan, seeks a highly motivated RN to join as Director of Nursing (DON) in Training. Through a structured 6-month program, you will work with experienced nursing leaders and gain hands-on training in nursing operations, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and clinical leadership.

Upon completion, the goal is to transition into a DON role within the organization. This full-time opportunity requires an active RN license in Michigan, with long-term care