Director of Nursing

Career Strategies; Stevensville (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Director of Nursing to lead their clinical team at a skilled nursing facility. This pivotal role involves overseeing nursing operations, ensuring high-quality resident care, and maintaining regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing leadership, with the ability to mentor and build high-performing teams. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive environment focused on excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Current RN license required.
• 3-5 years of nursing leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing department operations and ensure high standards of care.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate nursing staff performance.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Team Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (PointClickCare)

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical team at our skilled nursing facility. The DON is responsible for overseeing all aspects of nursing operations, ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and effective team management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and direction for the nursing department, ensuring high standards of care.

• Oversee daily clinical operations and delegate responsibilities appropriately.

• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate nursing staff performance.

• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations, including CMS and OSHA.

• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and quality assurance initiatives.

• Coordinate interdisciplinary care plans and participate in resident care planning.

• Act as a liaison between residents, families, staff, and healthcare professionals.

• Prepare for and participate in surveys and inspections.

• Monitor staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage and optimal care delivery.

• Manage infection control, safety practices, and risk management protocols.

• Participate in budgeting and resource allocation for the nursing department.

Qualifications:

• Current and valid RN license in the state of [Insert State].

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

• Minimum of 3–5 years of nursing leadership experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.

• In-depth knowledge of state and federal regulations for skilled nursing.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Proven ability to mentor and build high-performing clinical teams.

• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience:

• Prior experience as a DON or ADON in a skilled nursing facility.

• Familiarity with electronic medical records (e.g., PointClickCare).

• Successful track record with state surveys and quality initiatives.

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