Director of Nursing (DON)

HC&N Healthcare Solutions; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to lead their nursing department. This full-time role involves overseeing clinical and administrative operations, ensuring that residents receive optimal care tailored to their needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in long-term care, with proven leadership and supervision skills. Join a compassionate team that values high standards of resident care and continuous education. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of residents and leading a team towards excellence, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Must have experience as a Director in Long Term Care.
• Strong supervision and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily clinical and administrative operations of the nursing department.
• Ensure high-quality care and quality of life for residents.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Supervision Skills

Clinical Operations Oversight

Advocacy for Residents

Education

Registered Nurse License

Experience in Long Term Care

Job description

Director of Nursing (DON)

A nursing home is seeking to hire an experienced full-time Director of Nursing (DON).

Director of Nursing (DON) Duties Include:

• Access, analyze, and develop systems within the nursing department.
• Responsible for oversight of the daily clinical and administrative operations of the nursing department to assure that each resident receives the necessary care and services to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial wellbeing in accordance with their comprehensive plan of care.
• Assure that the nursing department’s philosophy and objectives incorporate evidence-based practice in providing high-quality care and quality of life to each resident.
• Serve as an advocate for the residents and staff under his/her direction.
• Foster high standards of resident care through the provision and promotion of diligent orientation and continuing education efforts, adequate levels of nursing personnel, properly prepared nursing supervisors and managers, and current policies and procedures.
• Must have previous experience as a Director in Long Term Care and possess strong supervision and leadership skills.

Salary: up to $200,000 a year

An Equal Opportunity Employer