Director of Nursing (RN)

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

Job summary

Jeffrey & Brudnick Center for Living in Peabody, MA, is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead nursing operations and ensure high-quality, resident-centered care in accordance with regulations.

The DON will supervise nursing staff, oversee recruitment and scheduling, and drive professional development while collaborating with physicians, families, and the broader care team to improve resident outcomes.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Current CPR certifications, including BLS and ACLS.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English – both verbally and written.

Responsibilities

• 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 actions.
• Collaborate with physicians, residents, families, rehabilitation, social services, and other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans and improve resident outcomes.

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.