Director of Nursing

Leading-Skilled-Nursing-Facility; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Daily pay option

Perks & discounts

Career growth

Job summary

Leading-Skilled-Nursing-Facility in Newark, DE, seeks an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead its clinical team. You will oversee RNs, LPNs, CNAs, ensure resident-centered care, and foster a supportive, compliant environment.

The role requires strong regulatory knowledge, hands-on leadership, staff development, survey readiness, and collaboration with physicians, residents, and families. Competitive salary, full benefits, and a path for career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice.
• Long-term care or skilled nursing experience with prior leadership (DON, ADON, or Unit Manager).
• Strong knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations and the survey process.
• Strong communicator with great follow-through.
• Calm, organized, and confident leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support the nursing department, including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
• Oversee day-to-day clinical operations and ensure high-quality, resident-centered care.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations and lead survey readiness.
• Develop and carry out clinical policies, quality improvement initiatives, and staff education.
• Manage nursing staffing, scheduling, and recruitment in partnership with leadership.
• Work closely with the Administrator, physicians, residents, and families.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Team management

Mentoring

Job description

Director of Nursing (DON)
Skilled Nursing Facility · Full-Time · Competitive Salary + Full Benefits

Lead with heart. Lead with purpose.

A well-established skilled nursing facility is seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing to lead its clinical team. This is an opportunity for a strong leader who believes great care starts with a supported, well-run nursing team.

What's offered

• Competitive salary

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Daily pay option

• Employee perks and discount programs

• Career growth in a supportive skilled nursing environment

What you'll do

• Lead, mentor, and support the nursing department, including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs

• Oversee day-to-day clinical operations and ensure high-quality, resident-centered care

• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations and lead survey readiness

• Develop and carry out clinical policies, quality improvement initiatives, and staff education

• Manage nursing staffing, scheduling, and recruitment in partnership with leadership

• Work closely with the Administrator, physicians, residents, and families

• Monitor clinical outcomes and drive continuous improvement

What you bring

• Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice

• Long-term care or skilled nursing experience, including prior leadership (DON, ADON, or Unit Manager)

• Strong knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations and the survey process

• Strong communicator with great follow-through

• Calm, organized, and confident leading a team

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