Director of Nursing (DON) (RN)

Crestview Court; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO/Sick)

Job summary

Crestview Court is seeking a Director of Nursing Services (DON) for our skilled nursing facility in Texas. This exempt full-time role leads the Nursing Department, drives clinical excellence, and ensures regulatory compliance with state and federal standards.

The DON mentors nursing staff and oversees care planning and interdisciplinary coordination to deliver safe, compassionate resident care. The ideal candidate is an experienced RN leader with SNF operations, survey readiness, staffing

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN license.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience as a DON or ADON in a Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations.
• Experience with survey readiness, Plans of Correction (POCs), and quality improvement.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall clinical leadership to ensure high‑quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and strong clinical outcomes.
• Oversee, direct, and support nursing staff in the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate care.
• Oversee the comprehensive care planning process and ensure interdisciplinary coordination.
• Uphold resident rights, including dignity, privacy, informed consent, and safety.
• Ensure timely communication with physicians, families, and responsible parties regarding significant changes in condition.

Skills

RN Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Infection control

Education

RN license (state)

Job description

Location: 224 W. Pleasant Run Road Cedar Hill, Texas 75104-5402Schedule: Full‑time, exempt role with 24/7 nursing leadership responsibilityReports to: AdministratorWhat We Offer You• Competitive pay• Performance‑based bonus opportunities• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance• Additional supplemental benefits (life insurance, disability, accident, etc.)• 401(k) with company match• Generous paid time off (PTO/Sick)• Clear career growth and advancement opportunities• A supportive and vibrant company culture• Many more employee perks and benefitsJob SummaryThe Director of Nursing Services (DON) oversees all clinical operations within the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), ensuring high‑quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and strong clinical outcomes. This role is responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and directing the Nursing Department in alignment with state, federal, and facility standards. The DON provides strategic leadership to nursing staff, drives quality improvement initiatives, and ensures that resident care is delivered safely, efficiently, and compassionately. This position is ideal for an experienced RN leader with a strong background in SNF operations, survey readiness, staffing management, and clinical excellence.Qualifications• Current and valid state‑specific Registered Nurse (RN) license• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience as a DON or ADON in a Skilled Nursing Facility• Strong knowledge of state and federal long‑term care regulations• Experience with survey readiness, Plans of Correction (POCs), and quality improvement• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop nursing staff• Ability to read, write, and speak the English languageEssential FunctionsClinical Leadership & Resident Care• Provide overall clinical leadership to ensure high‑quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and strong clinical outcomes• Oversee, direct, and support nursing staff in the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate care• Oversee the comprehensive care planning process and ensure interdisciplinary coordination• Uphold resident rights, including dignity, privacy, informed consent, and safety• Ensure timely communication with physicians, families, and responsible parties regarding significant changes in condition• Participate in pre‑admission assessments and approve admissions in coordination with the AdministratorRegulatory Compliance & Survey Readiness• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing SNF operations• Lead regulatory surveys, complaint investigations, and Plans of Correction (POCs)• Maintain continuous readiness for unannounced surveys and regulatory visits• Ensure timely corrective actions for survey deficiencies and grievances• Maintain compliance with health, fire, safety, sanitation, OSHA, and disaster‑preparedness standardsInfection Prevention & Safety• Oversee the Infection Preventionist and Infection Control Program, including surveillance, reporting, and staff education• Ensure compliance with antibiotic stewardship requirements• Participate in emergency preparedness planning, drills, and response activities• Ensure nursing staff readiness for disasters, evacuations, and emergency eventsQuality Assurance & Risk Management• Monitor clinical quality indicators (falls, pressure injuries, infections, hospitalizations)• Implement corrective actions to reduce clinical risk and improve outcomes• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Quality Assurance Program• Serve on committees including Quality Assurance, Infection Control, Patient Care, Safety, and Pharmaceutical ServicesStaff Leadership, Training & Workforce Management• Lead recruitment, hiring, evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actions for nursing personnel• Ensure nursing staff orientation, ongoing education, annual competencies, and scope‑of‑practice compliance for LVNs, CNAs, and Medication Aides• Develop and maintain nursing schedules based on acuity, census, and staffing standards• Provide clinical consultation and support to the Administrator and facility leadership team• Maintain 24/7 responsibility for nursing operations and assume Administrator duties when delegatedDocumentation, Communication & Administrative Oversight• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation across the Nursing Department• Ensure all incidents and accidents are documented and reported per policy and regulation• Maintain inventories of medications, supplies, and clinical equipment• Participate in facility marketing efforts and community engagement• Perform other essential functions as assignedPlease visit cantexcc.com for more information about this location.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401(k) with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick time, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance plans, as well as a highly competitive compensation package.#CBON