Director of Nursing (RN)

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Paid Time Off

Birthday Leave

Job summary

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead nursing operations at the Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center for Living. The role requires directing resident-centered care, supervising nursing staff, and ensuring compliance with CMS, state, and organizational standards.

Qualified candidates hold MA RN licensure with 3+ years in long-term care and 1+ year in leadership, plus CPR (BLS/ACLS).

Qualifications

• Active MA RN licensure.
• 3+ years nursing experience in long-term care/skilled nursing.
• 1+ years in a clinical supervisor or leadership role.
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations, infection control, and patient safety protocols.
• Current CPR certifications (BLS and ACLS).
• Fluent English verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee nursing operations to ensure safe, high-quality resident-centered care.
• Lead and supervise nursing staff including recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, performance management, and development.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and quality measures (falls, infections, rehospitalizations, meds).
• Ensure CMS/state/organizational compliance and address deficiencies with corrective actions.
• Collaborate with physicians, residents, families, rehab, social services, and interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.

Skills

RN License MA

Long-term care nursing

Leadership

Infection control

CPR (BLS/ACLS)

English proficiency

Job description

Director of Nursing - DON | Jeffrey & Brudnick Center for Living
$130,000 - $160,000/annually, based on experience
Full-Time | 40hrs per week

At Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center for Living, we not only provide compassionate and comprehensive care, but we are a leader in the industry when it comes to the value we place on resident care and employee appreciation!

Delivering Solutions that Matter:

• ~Direct and oversee nursing operations to ensure safe, high-quality, resident-centered care in accordance with federal, state, and facility regulations.
• ~Lead and supervise nursing staff, including recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, performance management, competency assessment, and professional development.
• ~Monitor clinical outcomes and quality measures, including falls, pressure injuries, infections, rehospitalizations, medication management, and other key indicators.
• ~Ensure regulatory and survey readiness by maintaining compliance with CMS, state, and organizational standards, while addressing deficiencies and implementing corrective
  action plans.
• ~Collaborate with physicians, residents, families, rehabilitation, social services, and other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans and
  improve resident outcomes.

Qualifications for Success:

• ~Active, unencumbered MA Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
• ~3+ years prior Nursing experience in long-term care/skilled nursing
• ~1+ years prior experience in a clinical supervisor or leadership role
• ~Knowledge of long-term care regulations, infection control standards, and patient safety protocols in a skilled nursing or similar healthcare setting.
• ~Current CPR certifications, including BLS and ACLS.
• ~Ability to communicate fluently in English – both verbally and written

Benefits for Eligible Positions:

• ~Comprehensive Benefits Package – Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life insurance, and a variety of voluntary benefits, including short- and long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and pet insurance.
• ~Generous Paid Time Off – Take time to recharge with vacation and sick time, plus a paid birthday to celebrate your special day!
• ~A Workplace Where You Belong – Join a supportive, inclusive team and a mission-driven organization where your work makes a meaningful difference every day.

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare Communities is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity or expression, genetics, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, veteran status or any other status that is protected by local, state or federal law.