Director of Nursing

Mainstay Senior Living; Ridgeway (SC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeway Manor Healthcare Center seeks a qualified Director of Nursing (RN) to lead the nursing team in a long-term care setting. The DON will drive regulatory compliance, care quality, and staff development while coordinating with clinical and administrative teams.

The role requires extensive nursing administration experience, deep knowledge of long-term care regulations, and effective leadership to maintain quality care and accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• RN license in good standing required.
• Extensive experience in nursing administration in long-term care.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and Medicare policies.
• Experience with EMR/EHR documentation and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily nursing operations ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Lead and supervise nursing staff, promoting development and high performance.
• Develop and review individualized care plans for residents.
• Ensure accurate documentation using EMR/EHR systems for compliance.
• Monitor residents' rights and ensure dignity and personalized care.
• Manage staffing schedules to balance care quality and labor costs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans.
• Stay updated on long-term care regulations and accreditation standards.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Team management

EMR/EHR systems

Communication with regulatory agencies

Education

RN license

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Ridgeway Manor Healthcare Center is seeking a highly qualified and dynamic Director of Nursing (DON) (RN) to lead our nursing team within a long-term care environment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in nursing administration, with a strong background regulatory compliance. This leadership role requires a proactive approach to regulatory compliance, resident care, and team management, ensuring the delivery of exceptional healthcare services while maintaining operational excellence. The DON will serve as a vital link between clinical staff, residents, families, and regulatory agencies, fostering a culture of compassionate care and continuous improvement.

Duties

• Oversee daily nursing operations, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations including long-term care standards and Medicare requirements.
• Lead and supervise nursing staff, including nurse managers and direct caregivers, promoting professional development and maintaining high-performance standards.
• Develop, implement, and review care plans tailored to residents’ individual needs, incorporating best practices in memory care, hospice care, and acute care.
• Ensure proper documentation review and maintenance of medical records using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) and EHR (Electronic Health Records) systems to guarantee accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor resident’s rights adherence, ensuring dignity, privacy, and personalized care are prioritized at all times.
• Manage staffing schedules across shifts to optimize patient care delivery while controlling labor costs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans that address physiology and anatomy knowledge for comprehensive resident support.
• Stay current with long-term care regulations, Medicare policies, and industry best practices to ensure facility accreditation and quality standards are met or exceeded.

Experience

• Proven leadership experience in nursing management within a nursing home is essential.
• Extensive knowledge of long-term care regulations, Medicare policies, and compliance standards is required.
• Prior experience with EMR/EHR systems for documentation management is necessary; familiarity with medical terminology is essential.
• Supervising experience in nursing administration with a focus on patient care quality improvement initiatives.
• Ability to lead through change management initiatives while fostering a positive team environment that emphasizes leadership development and staff engagement.