Director of Nursing (DON)

Trio Healthcare; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Trio Healthcare is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead the Nursing Services department, ensuring high-quality care for residents. The role requires a valid RN license, management experience, and knowledge of regulatory standards. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence in care.

Benefits

Competitive wages and benefits

Generous paid time-off

Teammate Referral Bonus

Recognition and appreciation program

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of DON experience or two years of ADON experience.
• Management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of compliance requirements and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct nursing services.
• Ensure quality resident care in compliance with regulations.
• Report to the Executive Director.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Valid RN license

Certified DON (CDON-NADONA)

CPR certification

Job description

Why a career with us?

When you join our team, you’ll work alongside extraordinary teammates who share our passion for helping others. In return, you’ll enjoy the following Benefits of Caring:

• UKG Wallet– our on-demand mobile app that allows you to access your pay when you want it. With UKG Wallet, you can make every day a PAY DAY.

• Competitive wages and benefits, including generous paid time-off

• Teammate Referral Bonus

• “Champions of the Heart” – our teammate recognition and appreciation program

Position Summary

The DIRECTOR of NURSING (DON) plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing Services department to ensure the highest quality of resident care in accordance with all laws, regulations, and company standards. Reports to the Executive Director (ED).

Skills and Abilities

• Certificates and Licenses
  • Valid license as a Registered Nurse in the state where the facility is located.
  • Preferably a certified DON (CDON-NADONA) in long-term care or to become certified within the first year of employment.
  • CPR certification is required and must remain current during employment.
• Minimum of one (1) year of DON nursing experience in a setting serving the same age/type of resident population as the facility OR a minimum of two (2) years of ADON experience in long-term care.
• Minimum of one (1) year of management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to facility functions.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• COVID vaccine required.

We’d love the chance to discuss YOUR career with us.

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