Director of Nursing (DON)

IntelyCare; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the healthcare sector is seeking a dedicated Director of Nursing to lead their nursing department in Nashville. This pivotal role involves overseeing clinical and administrative operations, ensuring that each resident receives exceptional care tailored to their needs. The ideal candidate will advocate for residents and staff while fostering high standards of care through effective leadership and education initiatives. If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for residents and have a strong background in long-term care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience as a Director in Long Term Care.
• Possess strong supervision and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership Skills

Clinical Operations Oversight

Analytical Skills

Advocacy for Residents

Evidence-Based Practice

Education

Registered Nurse License

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Director of Nursing (DON)

A nursing home located in the Nashville, TN area is seeking to hire an experienced full-time Director of Nursing.

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.
• The ability to assess, analyze, and develop systems within the nursing department.
• Must have previous experience as a Director in Long Term Care and possess strong supervision and leadership skills.

Salary: Based on experience

An Equal Opportunity Employer