Director of Nursing (DON)

Complete Care Careers; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive regional leadership team

Job summary

Complete Care at Hagerstown is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical team and drive quality improvements across the facility. This 170-bed skilled nursing environment requires a proven leader who can mentor staff, improve survey outcomes, ensure CMS compliance, and build a culture of accountability while delivering exceptional resident care.

You will partner with interdisciplinary teams, manage staffing and budgets, and guide regulatory readiness to support growth

Qualifications

• Active Maryland RN license or compact required.
• Minimum of five years as DON in long-term care or skilled nursing.
• Proven success leading clinical turnarounds and improving facility performance.
• Strong history of positive state survey outcomes and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to mentor, develop, and retain nursing staff.
• Knowledge of CMS regulations, quality measures, infection prevention, and clinical reimbursement.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all nursing operations.
• Drive clinical excellence and ensure delivery of high-quality resident care.
• Lead regulatory readiness and ensure compliance with federal/state/local requirements.
• Analyze quality metrics and implement action plans to improve outcomes.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain high-performing nursing leaders and staff.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident satisfaction and clinical results.
• Manage staffing, budgeting, and clinical resource allocation.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Regulatory compliance

CMS regulations

Infection prevention

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Active Maryland RN license

Job description

Complete Care at Hagerstown Now Hiring: Director of Nursing (DON)

Complete Care at Hagerstown is seeking an experienced and results-driven Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical team and help drive the next chapter of success for our facility.

This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned nursing leader who thrives in turnaround environments and has a demonstrated history of improving quality outcomes, strengthening survey performance, developing clinical teams, and building a culture of accountability.

Our 170-bed skilled nursing facility currently maintains an average census in the 80s, presenting significant opportunity for growth and operational improvement. We are looking for a leader who sees potential, embraces challenges, and is committed to delivering exceptional resident care.

Qualifications of Director of Nursing (DON)

• Active Maryland Registered Nurse (RN) license or compact required
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Director of Nursing in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility
• Proven success leading clinical turnarounds and improving facility performance
• Strong history of positive state survey outcomes and regulatory compliance
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, develop, and retain nursing staff
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, quality measures, infection prevention, and clinical reimbursement processes
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all nursing operations
• Drive clinical excellence and ensure delivery of high-quality resident care
• Lead regulatory readiness efforts and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local requirements
• Analyze quality metrics and implement action plans to improve outcomes
• Recruit, mentor, and retain high-performing nursing leaders and staff
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident satisfaction and clinical results
• Manage staffing, budgeting, and clinical resource allocation
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a growing organization
• Supportive regional leadership team committed to clinical excellence

Join a team that recognizes the impact strong clinical leadership can have on residents, staff, and the overall success of a facility. If you have the experience, vision, and determination to lead meaningful change, we encourage you to apply.

Complete Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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