Director of Nursing

WeCare Centers; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Supportive leadership

Growth opportunities

Job summary

WeCare Centers in New Castle, Pennsylvania, is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our skilled nursing team and ensure the delivery of high-quality resident care. The DON will oversee clinical services, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor nursing leadership, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to promote excellence, staff engagement, and patient outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold an active RN license with at least two years of nursing leadership in long-term care,

Qualifications

• Active RN license is required.
• Minimum 2 years of nursing leadership in skilled nursing/long-term care.
• Strong knowledge of CMS and state regulatory requirements.
• Proven leadership and ability to build teams.
• Excellent communication, organization and problem-solving skills.
• DON or ADON experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee nursing operations and clinical services.
• Ensure quality resident care and regulatory compliance.
• Supervise, develop, and support nursing leadership and staff.
• Monitor staffing, clinical outcomes, documentation, and care standards.
• Participate in QAPI, surveys, audits and performance improvement.
• Partner with the Administrator and interdisciplinary team.
• Promote staff accountability, retention, and a positive workplace culture.

Skills

RN license

Nursing leadership

CMS/regulatory knowledge

Leadership & team-building

Communication & organization

ADON/DON experience

Job description

DIRECTOR OF NURSING (DON)

Skilled Nursing Facility

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing department and ensure the delivery of high-quality resident care. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong clinical leader who thrives in a fast-paced skilled nursing environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and oversee all nursing operations and clinical services
• Ensure quality resident care and regulatory compliance
• Supervise, develop, and support nursing leadership and staff
• Monitor staffing, clinical outcomes, documentation, and care standards
• Participate in QAPI, surveys, audits, and performance improvement initiatives
• Partner with the Administrator and interdisciplinary team
• Promote staff accountability, retention, and a positive workplace culture

QUALIFICATIONS

• Active RN license
• Minimum 2 years of nursing leadership experience in a skilled nursing/long-term care setting
• Strong knowledge of CMS and state regulatory requirements
• Proven leadership and team-building skills
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities
• DON or ADON experience strongly preferred

WE OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off
• Supportive leadership team
• Opportunities for professional growth

Join our growing team and make a meaningful impact on resident care, employee engagement, and clinical excellence.