Director of Nursing (DON)

First Atlantic Healthcare; Dexter (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with employer contributions

Full benefits package (medical, dental

PTO

Job summary

Dexter Health Care, part of First Atlantic Healthcare, seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) to supervise nursing services, mentor staff, and uphold high standards of resident care. You will direct operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive quality initiatives in a dynamic long-term care setting.

The DON will lead staffing, policy development, training programs, and collaboration with the leadership team to balance clinical excellence with operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Maine required.
• 2–4 years nursing leadership experience.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise nursing staff across shifts.
• Develop staffing plans and ensure NHPPD targets.
• Create policies and in-service educational programs.
• Collaborate with leadership to optimize patient care.
• Monitor quality initiatives and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee fiscal operations and budgeting for Nursing Services.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

EMR proficiency

Analytical thinking

Education

RN license in Maine

Tools

EMR system

Job description

About Us

Dexter Health Care is a 53 bed full service Long-Term Care and Skilled Nursing Facility. We offer specialized professional levels of care and support for residents including Short-Stay Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Care, and Long Term Care services that are delivered by an experienced, thoughtful and professional staff who follow evidence based clinical best practices designed to promote health and safety and a commitment to deliver the highest level of care. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Dexter Health Care house follows in First Atlantic's long reputation for excellence in Long Term Care.

Director or Nursing (DON)

Dexter Health Care is seeking A Director or Nursing (DON) to join our team in providing quality care for our residents!

$12,000 sign on bonus for eligible employees!

Step into a Role of True Leadership and Impact: Director of Nursing (DON)

Are you an experienced, visionary nurse leader who is ready to step into a pivotal leadership role and make a profound, lasting impact on resident care? We are seeking a dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operations of our Nursing Services department, ensuring the highest degree of quality resident care in accordance with all governing laws, regulations, and company standards. In this vital role, you will champion clinical excellence, mentor and empower your nursing team, and foster a collaborative, supportive environment across our vibrant community.

Comprehensive Benefits & Perks

• Performance Incentive: Lucrative Annual Performance Bonus!
• Career Investment: Tuition reimbursement and professional education support.
• Full Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and disability benefits for full-time employees, plus employer-paid life insurance.
• Financial & Retirement: Flexible Spending Accounts (including medical and dependent care) and a 401(k) retirement savings program with employer contributions.
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) available to all employees.

Your Key Areas of Focus

• Staff Development & Leadership
• Direct, supervise, evaluate, recruit, select, hire, train, counsel, and oversee all nursing personnel.
• Coach and develop staff, actively engaging in the growth of your leadership team and establishing clear operational benchmarks.
• Develop organizational policies, procedures, instructional materials, and conduct in-service and community-based educational programs.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to establish appropriate staffing levels for C.N.A.s and L.P.N.s per shift based on budgeted NHPPD.
• Professional Excellence
• Stay up to date on medical advances, computerized diagnostic/treatment equipment, data processing technology, health insurance changes, and financing options.
• Consult with medical, business, and community groups to discuss service problems, respond to community needs, enhance public relations, and promote health and rehabilitation programs.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of long-term care nursing practices, laws, guidelines, and company policies (including harassment and complaint procedures).
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, and all professional and non-professional team members while retaining direct nursing care skills as necessary.
• Facility Operations & Fiscal Management
• Conduct and administer fiscal operations, including accounting, budget planning, authorizing expenditures, establishing service rates, and coordinating financial reporting.
• Plan, organize, and interpret Nursing Services department programs, goals, objectives, and policies while maintaining communication with governing boards and department heads.
• Review and analyze facility data to aid in planning, risk management, service utilization, and quality initiative reporting.
• Optimize the use of diagnostic services, inpatient beds, and staff resources, and inspect facilities to ensure emergency readiness and safety/sanitation compliance.

Skills, Abilities & Requirements

• Licensure: Currently a Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in the State of Maine. CPR certification upon hire (or obtained during orientation) and maintained continuously during employment.
• Experience: 2 to 4 years of related nursing and leadership experience.
• Core Competencies: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; solid personal computer and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) skills; strong leadership abilities to develop new team strengths; advanced analytical skills to turn data into action; and sound reasoning, judgment, and critical thinking skills.