Director of Nursing

SLP Operations; Llano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SLP Operations in Llano, Texas is seeking a motivated Director of Nursing to oversee the nursing department and ensure high-quality resident care.

Under the Administrator, you will lead staffing, compliance, and clinical operations, develop teams, and partner with families and regulators to maintain a safe, compassionate facility.

This role is ideal for an RN ready to grow into management, with training provided and a supportive environment that values resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing.
• Experience at a level necessary to perform the duties of the position.
• Must interact positively with residents, families, and regulatory agencies.
• Must be able to work long or irregular hours, often under pressure.
• Must comply with local health regulations and complete a post-offer health assessment.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing services planning and coordination with Administrator and staff.
• Set priorities, assign tasks, monitor performance, coach and discipline as needed.
• Maintain departmental records, budgets, supplies, and senior department head duties.
• Ensure clean, safe, and compliant work areas and equipment.

Skills

RN Licensed

Leadership

Healthcare Mgmt

Communication

Job description

Description

Join Our Team in Beautiful Llano, Texas!

Description

Join Our Team in Beautiful Llano, Texas!

Are you ready to take the next step in your healthcare leadership career?

We are looking for a motivated leader to join our small, quaint nursing facility in Llano, Texas. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is newer to management or ready to grow into a leadership role.

What makes this opportunity special?

• A smaller facility where you can truly get to know your residents and team
• An excellent opportunity for new or developing managers
• Training, guidance, and support to help you succeed
• The opportunity to build, develop, and lead your own team
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on the facility and its culture
• A supportive environment where your ideas and leadership can make a difference

We are looking for someone who is motivated, dependable, eager to learn, and excited about building a strong team and creating a positive environment for residents and employees.

You don't have to know everything on day one—we are willing to train and support the right person!

Under the supervision of the Administrator, the Director of Nursing oversees the overall operations of the Nursing Department in accordance with company policies, standards of nursing practice, and applicable government regulations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality resident care in an efficient and effective manner.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Administrator, consultants, and facility staff to plan, coordinate, and oversee all aspects of nursing services, including interdisciplinary integration.
• Establishes priorities and job assignments; monitors departmental activities; communicates policies; evaluates performance; provides feedback; and coaches, counsels, redirects, and disciplines staff as necessary.
• Maintains departmental records, manages budgets and supplies, and functions as the senior department head.
• Ensures that all equipment and work areas are clean, safe, and orderly, and that hazardous conditions are promptly addressed.
• Enforces compliance with universal precautions, infection control, isolation procedures, fire safety, and sanitation standards.
• Conducts regular rounds to monitor resident activity; assesses residents' physical and psychosocial status; and reviews care delivery and documentation to ensure nursing services are provided in accordance with physician orders, individualized care plans, established standards, and facility policies.
• Oversees resident admissions, transfers, and discharges; communicates resident status with residents, families, and management; and personally participates in resident assessment and care delivery when necessary.
• Ensures staff understanding of and compliance with all regulations governing residents' rights.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable state, federal, and company quality assurance standards.
• Oversees employee relations and staffing, supports recruitment efforts, promotes high morale, and implements strategies to improve staff retention.
• Ensures effective communication, timely problem resolution, positive supervisory practices, and a supportive work environment.
• Maintains appropriate staffing levels through effective recruitment, selection, orientation, training, and ongoing staff education.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships on behalf of the organization with government regulators, residents' families, the local healthcare community, and the community at large.
• Supervises, conducts, and participates in departmental and facility-wide education programs and staff meetings.

Requirements

• Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing and currently licensed by the State.
• Must have related experience at a level necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Must be able to interact positively with residents, families, and regulatory agencies, and work collaboratively with employees at all levels.
• Must be able to maintain consistent attendance and be willing to work long or irregular hours, often under pressure.
• Must comply with all local health regulations and successfully complete a post-offer health assessment.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the use of mechanical devices):
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and community agencies.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as walking, reaching, bending, stretching, pulling, and lifting.
• Adequate fine and gross motor coordination to carry out required tasks.

Work Environment

• Long-term care facility setting.
• Exposure to residents with varying levels of care needs.
• May include evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.

Core Competencies

• Resident-centered care
• Professionalism and ethical conduct
• Team collaboration
• Problem-solving
• Cultural sensitivity and respect

Employer Statement

The facility is an equal opportunity employer. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs.