Director of Nursing

SNF Healthcare; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SNF Healthcare in Hamden, CT is seeking a compassionate and experienced RN Director of Nursing to join our leadership team. The Director of Nursing will oversee all nursing operations, guide the nursing team with a hands-on, supportive approach, and champion resident‑centered care and quality improvement.

The ideal candidate leads with empathy, communicates with clarity, mentors staff, and fosters a warm workplace culture that supports residents, families, and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Leadership of nursing teams with a focus on enhancing resident outcomes.
• Ensures adherence to regulatory standards and accreditation requirements.
• Drives quality improvement initiatives and staff development programs.
• Builds a warm, collaborative unit culture that supports residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all nursing operations and staffing on a daily basis.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and performance metrics.
• Lead, mentor and develop nursing staff to deliver high-quality care.
• Foster resident-centered care and strong relationships with residents and families.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Regulatory compliance

Staff mentorship

Resident-centered care

Education

RN license

Job description

***DIRECTOR OF NURSING***

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced RN Director of Nursing to join our leadership team at our Hamden-based skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The Director of Nursing candidate should be a dynamic clinical leader who is dedicated to delivering exceptional resident care, supporting a positive workplace culture, and fostering strong relationships with staff, residents, and families.

In this role, the Director of Nursing DON will oversee all nursing operations, ensure adherence to regulatory standards, and guide our nursing team with a hands‑on, supportive approach. We are looking for a Director of Nursing DNS who leads with empathy, communicates with clarity, and takes pride in building a warm, resident‑centered environment. The Director of Nursing DNS will be committed to quality improvement, staff development, and creating a unit culture where teamwork and respect thrive.

If you are a passionate nursing professional who enjoys mentoring others, strengthening clinical excellence, and making a meaningful daily impact on residents’ lives, we would love to meet you.