Director of Nursing - Lead & Elevate Resident Care

First Atlantic Healthcare; Dexter (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with employer contributions

Full benefits package (medical, dental

PTO

Job summary

Dexter Health Care, part of First Atlantic Healthcare, seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) to supervise nursing services, mentor staff, and uphold high standards of resident care. You will direct operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive quality initiatives in a dynamic long-term care setting.

The DON will lead staffing, policy development, training programs, and collaboration with the leadership team to balance clinical excellence with operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Maine required.
• 2–4 years nursing leadership experience.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise nursing staff across shifts.
• Develop staffing plans and ensure NHPPD targets.
• Create policies and in-service educational programs.
• Collaborate with leadership to optimize patient care.
• Monitor quality initiatives and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee fiscal operations and budgeting for Nursing Services.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

EMR proficiency

Analytical thinking

Education

RN license in Maine

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Dexter Health Care, part of First Atlantic Healthcare, seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) to supervise nursing services, mentor staff, and uphold high standards of resident care. You will direct operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive quality initiatives in a dynamic long-term care setting.

The DON will lead staffing, policy development, training programs, and collaboration with the leadership team to balance clinical excellence with operational efficiency.