Director of Nursing (DON)

Peaks Healthcare; New Mexico; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Peaks Healthcare in the United States is seeking a Director of Nursing to provide strategic leadership and oversight for our nursing staff, ensuring compassionate, high‑quality care for residents.

You will lead policy development, staff recruitment and development, and cross‑department collaboration while monitoring quality metrics and regulatory compliance.

This role requires a Master’s in Nursing (or related field), RN license, and at least two years in a senior nursing leadership position.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a senior nursing leadership role.
• Current RN or advanced practice nursing license (required).
• Commitment to Peaks Healthcare's mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership to the nursing department, fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous quality improvement.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing policies, procedures, and standards, ensuring regulatory compliance and best practices.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing nursing team with coaching and feedback.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless delivery of care through interdisciplinary meetings and education.
• Monitor and analyze KPIs, identifying improvements and developing targeted interventions.
• Develop and manage department budgets to support high-quality care.
• Represent the organization on committees and industry organizations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Nursing or related field

Job description

Director of Nursing (DON)

Job Summary:

As a key member of our leadership team, the Director of Nursing will provide strategic leadership, direction, and oversight to our nursing staff, ensuring the highest level of care and quality of life for our residents.

Responsibilities:

• Provide visionary leadership to the nursing department, fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous quality improvement

• Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing policies, procedures, and standards, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices

• Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing nursing team, providing coaching, mentoring, and feedback to promote career growth and job satisfaction

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless delivery of care, including interdisciplinary team meetings, staff education, and quality improvement initiatives

• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators, identifying areas for improvement and developing targeted interventions to drive positive outcomes

• Develop and manage department budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to support high-quality care

• Represent the organization on various committees, task forces, and industry organizations, promoting our mission and values

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Nursing or related field (or equivalent experience)

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a senior nursing leadership role

• Current RN or advanced practice nursing license (required)

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing multiple tasks and deadlines

• Commitment to Peak Healthcare's mission and values