Director of Nursing (DON)

Birch Hc; Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Birch Healthcare Center is seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical team. This role focuses on clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, employee engagement, and delivering exceptional resident-centered care at Birch Healthcare Center.

The DON will provide strategic leadership for all nursing services while fostering accountability, teamwork, compassion, and continuous quality improvement across the facility.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all nursing operations within the facility
• Lead, mentor, and develop nursing managers and clinical staff
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Promote quality resident care through evidence-based clinical practices
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, recruitment, retention, and workforce development
• Drive QAPI initiatives
• Maintain survey readiness and lead surveys
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to optimize resident outcomes
• Manage departmental budgets and resource utilization
• Build a culture of teamwork, accountability, and excellence

Job description

DIRECTOR OF NURSING (DON)

Birch Healthcare Center

Birch Healthcare Center is seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a dynamic nurse leader who is committed to clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, employee engagement, and delivering exceptional resident-centered care.

The Director of Nursing will provide strategic leadership for all nursing services while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, compassion, and continuous quality improvement.

Responsibilities Include:

• Direct and oversee all nursing operations within the facility

• Lead, mentor, and develop nursing managers and clinical staff

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations

• Promote quality resident care through evidence-based clinical practices

• Oversee staffing, scheduling, recruitment, retention, and workforce development

• Drive Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives

• Maintain survey readiness and lead the facility through state and federal surveys

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to optimize resident outcomes

• Manage departmental budgets and ensure efficient utilization of resources

• Build a positive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and excellence

Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Hampshire

• Previous Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred

• Thorough knowledge of CMS regulations, survey processes, and long-term care operations

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

• Demonstrated success in staff development, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement

• Ability to effectively lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Paid holidays

• 401(k)

• Career advancement opportunities

All offers of employment are subject to required background and registry screenings in accordance with state and federal regulations.