Director of Nursing (DON) – RN | Skilled Nursing | Dresden, TN

Engage Consulting; Dresden (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Supportive Leadership

Career Growth

Job summary

Engage Consulting in Dresden, TN is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to provide clinical leadership and oversee nursing services at a skilled nursing facility. The role focuses on leading daily operations, staffing, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance while partnering with physicians, residents, families, and the care team.

Ideal candidates are an RN licensed in Tennessee with leadership experience in skilled nursing and a commitment to high-quality resident care; competitive

Qualifications

• RN licensed in Tennessee
• Experience in nursing leadership preferred
• Experience in skilled nursing/long-term care preferred
• DON/ADON or similar leadership experience is a plus
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to quality resident care

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and clinical direction to the nursing department
• Oversee daily nursing operations and resident care
• Support staffing, scheduling, and nursing department needs
• Coach, mentor, and develop nursing staff
• Monitor clinical documentation, quality measures, and resident outcomes
• Promote compliance with state and federal regulations
• Participate in surveys, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
• Work closely with physicians, residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team
• Address clinical concerns and help develop effective solutions
• Promote a culture centered on safety, teamwork, and quality resident care

Skills

Nursing Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem Solving

Staff Coaching

Job description

Director of Nursing (DON) – Dresden, TN

Full-Time | Nursing Leadership | Skilled Nursing

Are you an experienced RN who enjoys leading a nursing team and making a meaningful impact on resident care? We are looking for a Director of Nursing (DON) to provide clinical leadership and oversee nursing services at a skilled nursing facility in the Dresden, TN area.

This is an opportunity for a hands-on nursing leader who can support staff, maintain high standards of care, and help create a positive environment for both residents and employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and clinical direction to the nursing department
• Oversee daily nursing operations and resident care
• Support staffing, scheduling, and nursing department needs
• Coach, mentor, and develop nursing staff
• Monitor clinical documentation, quality measures, and resident outcomes
• Promote compliance with state and federal regulations
• Participate in surveys, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
• Work closely with physicians, residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team
• Address clinical concerns and help develop effective solutions
• Promote a culture centered on safety, teamwork, and quality resident care

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Tennessee
• Nursing leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Previous skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute care experience preferred
• DON, ADON, Nurse Manager, Unit Manager, or similar leadership experience is a plus
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead and support a diverse nursing team
• Commitment to quality care and resident well-being

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive leadership environment
• Opportunity for career growth

If you're an experienced RN leader looking for your next Director of Nursing opportunity in the Dresden, TN area, we encourage you to apply.