Director of Nursing Services (DNS) - $20,000 Sign on Bonus or Relocation Assistance

Avamere Living; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside is seeking a seasoned Director of Nursing Services (RN) to lead its skilled nursing team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, a $20,000 sign-on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package aimed at enhancing employee wellness and development.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401 (k) Plan with matching program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience in a healthcare facility.
• Six (6) months of equivalent experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
• Fluency in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct nursing service department and its activities.
• Participate in facility surveys and inspections by authorized agencies.
• Assist Administrator in budget preparation and staffing needs.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Staff Development

Patient Care

Education

Nursing degree from an accredited college or university

Active license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN)

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Director of Nursing Services (RN)

$20,000 Sign on Bonus or Relocation Assistance

Setting: Skilled Nursing

Status: Full-Time, Salaried

Location: Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside -4515 Sunnyside Road SE Salem, Oregon 97302

Apply online at https://teamavamere.com/

Are you a seasoned Director of Nursing (DON) looking for a rewarding leadership opportunity? Sunnyside Transitional Care in Salem, OR, is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing to lead our skilled nursing team and drive excellence in patient care.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Director of Nursing in a skilled nursing or post-acute setting
• Strong leadership, regulatory compliance, and staff development skills
• A passion for delivering high-quality patient care

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the nursing service department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the nursing care facilities
• Develop, maintain, and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing department
• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made my authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed
• Prepare and plan the nursing service department's budget and submit to the Administrator for his/her review, recommendations, and/or approval
• Determine the staffing needs of the nursing service department necessary to meet the total nursing needs of the residents
• Assist the Administrator and/or the HR Director in the recruitment and selection of nursing service personnel
• Assist the HR Director in developing performance evaluation schedules, criteria, and annual reviews for the nursing service department (e.g., RNs, LPNs, CNAs, medication aides, etc.)

Qualifications:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a nursing degree from an accredited college or university
• Must have, as a minimum, three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facility
• Must have, as a minimum, six (6) months of equivalent experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in this state
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Must have an active CPR/BLS certification

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

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Qualifications Behaviors

Preferred

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Leader : Inspires teammates to follow them

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Registered Nurse

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