Director of Nursing

FALCON HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE; Florida; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Eight holidays

Job summary

Legacy Pointe at UCF is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead the Skilled Nursing Team, ensuring high-quality, resident-centered care and regulatory compliance. You will supervise the ADON, nurses, and CNAs, collaborate with physicians and therapy staff, and drive quality initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.

You will oversee admissions, care plans, and Medicare interactions while advancing QAPI, infection control, and safety culture in a dynamic senior living community.

Qualifications

• Current, active RN license in Florida required.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, or Acute Care.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or managerial healthcare experience.
• Strong knowledge of CMS, AHCA, OSHA, HIPAA, infection control standards.
• Experience with regulatory surveys and maintaining survey readiness.
• Knowledge of nursing standards, resident assessments, and care plans.
• Ability to coordinate admissions/discharges and interdisciplinary care.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with EMR (PointClickCare) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical operations of the Skilled Nursing Facility to ensure high-quality, person-centered care.
• Lead nursing staff, promote clinical excellence, and ensure survey readiness.
• Coordinate resident care plans with physicians and interdisciplinary team.
• Manage admissions and discharges and oversee Medicare coverage discussions.
• Develop staffing plans, supervise performance, and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Lead QAPI, infection control, and safety initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Clinical documentation

Emergency response

Communication

EMR systems

Staff scheduling

Quality Improvement

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Infection control

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

PointClickCare

Microsoft Office

Scheduling systems

Job description

Position Title: Director of Nursing (DON) – Skilled Nursing

FLSA: Exempt

Supervisor: Senior Director of Health Services

Supervises: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), Nurses, and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)

Hours: Monday-Friday, Flexible - Weekends, Holidays, and Evenings as required

About Our Mission

At Legacy Pointe at UCF, our mission is grounded in a simple and meaningful purpose: to brighten lives through lifelong enrichment, supported by our partnership with the University of Central Florida. Everything we do is built around that vision. Our community was created on the belief that older adults deserve to live with dignity, connection, opportunity, and joy, every single day. As a Life Plan Community, we provide a full continuum of care, from independent living to assisted living and memory care, all the way to skilled nursing.

Our culture is shaped by hospitality, service, and accountability, and our affiliation with UCF enhances what we offer through lifelong learning, intergenerational opportunities, and innovative programming. Legacy Pointe is a modern, welcoming community where people feel seen, valued, and cared for. Whether someone is participating in a wellness program, engaging in a cognitive activity, receiving compassionate support, or enjoying a meaningful moment of connection, our priority is always their comfort, dignity, and quality of life.

Why People Choose Legacy Pointe

Joining Legacy Pointe means becoming part of a team that appreciates your work and supports your well-being. We want you to feel equipped, encouraged, and valued in your role. Full-time employees receive access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid Basic Life Insurance
• Short-term disability options
• Paid time off that grows with tenure
• Eight paid holidays annually
• Scholarship programs for employees and dependents
• Recognition programs, including milestone awards and annual celebrations
• Employee discount program with savings on attractions, travel, and entertainment
• Annual staff appreciation events

Work That Makes a Difference

Working at Legacy Pointe is deeply meaningful. Each day brings opportunities to make a lasting difference in the lives of residents and the employees who care for them. As the Director of Nursing, your leadership plays an essential role in ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate, and high-quality nursing care while maintaining their dignity, independence, and quality of life.

In this role, you will guide and support our Skilled Nursing team, promote clinical excellence, and help create an environment where residents, families, and employees feel heard, respected, and supported. You will work closely with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation services, department leaders, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure residents receive coordinated, individualized care. Your leadership will directly influence resident outcomes, employee development, regulatory compliance, and the overall quality of care within our Skilled Nursing Health Center. At the end of the day, you know your work mattered. There is purpose here. There is growth here and there is a place for you at Legacy Pointe.

Director of Nursing (DON) – Position Summary

The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for overseeing the clinical operations of the Skilled Nursing Facility at Legacy Pointe at UCF, ensuring residents receive high-quality, person-centered care in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. The DON provides leadership to nursing staff, promotes clinical excellence, and supports a culture of dignity, compassion, accountability, and service excellence.

Responsibilities include maintaining compliance with CMS, AHCA, OSHA, and HIPAA requirements, overseeing nursing policies and procedures, reviewing clinical documentation, coordinating resident care plans, and maintaining survey readiness. The DON also oversees admissions and discharges, participates in Medicare coverage meetings, addresses resident and family concerns, and leads investigations and corrective actions related to clinical incidents.

The DON supervises the Assistant Director of Nursing, nurses, and Certified Nursing Assistants, overseeing staffing, scheduling, training, performance evaluations, and employee development. This position works closely with Human Resources and department leadership to maintain appropriate staffing levels, support employee engagement, and ensure nursing staff are properly trained and equipped to provide quality care.

Additional responsibilities include managing the nursing department budget, overseeing supplies and equipment, participating in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI), Infection Control, and Safety initiatives, and providing leadership during emergencies. The DON serves as a clinical resource and role model, promoting resident safety, positive clinical outcomes, and a professional, supportive nursing environment.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida required
• Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, or Acute Care required
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or managerial experience in a healthcare setting required
• Strong knowledge of CMS, AHCA, OSHA, HIPAA, infection control standards, and healthcare regulatory requirements
• Experience with regulatory surveys, clinical audits, plans of correction, and maintaining survey readiness
• Knowledge of nursing standards, resident assessments, individualized care plans, medication administration, and clinical documentation
• Experience coordinating resident admissions, discharges, Medicare skilled coverage, and interdisciplinary care
• Ability to investigate clinical incidents, address resident and family concerns, and implement appropriate corrective actions
• Experience participating in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI), Infection Control, and Safety initiatives
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to recruit, supervise, train, coach, evaluate, and develop nursing personnel
• Experience managing nursing schedules, staffing levels, employee performance, and clinical competency programs
• Ability to manage departmental budgets, supplies, equipment, and operational resources
• Strong clinical judgment, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution, and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems, including PointClickCare, Microsoft Office, and healthcare scheduling systems
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with resident rights and privacy requirements
• Ability to respond effectively to emergencies, changing clinical priorities, and staffing needs
• Must demonstrate a professional, compassionate, and resident-centered approach while promoting teamwork and employee engagement
• Genuine interest in working with older adults and supporting a senior living population
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying hours based on community needs
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, with reasonable accommodations as applicable

Important Notice: Applicants for this position will be required to complete a background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, per House Bill 531 (2025). Learn more here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com