Future Leader Director of Nursing in Training - RN

Genesis; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

401K

Paid Time Off

Telehealth

On-Demand Pay

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare in Alabama is offering a Director of Nursing in Training (DON-IT) program designed to grow clinical leaders for skilled nursing and long-term care. You will gain hands-on leadership experience through rotation across clinical and operational areas, mentorship from experienced Directors of Nursing, and real-world projects focused on resident care and quality outcomes.

Successful graduates will be prepared to lead nursing teams, manage staff, ensure regulatory readiness, and

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with current RN licensure.
• BSN is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Director of Nursing in Training (DON-IT) program to develop clinical leadership.
• Rotate through key clinical and operational areas to understand nursing leadership impact.
• Lead projects to improve resident care, quality outcomes, and workforce engagement.
• Receive mentorship and feedback from experienced nursing leaders.
• Develop readiness to lead clinical teams in a skilled nursing environment.

Skills

RN licensure

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

Are you ready to become a Director of Nursing? Your Future Starts Here.

Are you a passionate nurse leader with a desire to grow into a Director of Nursing role within skilled nursing and long-term care? Do you want to make a meaningful impact on resident care, team culture, and clinical excellence? Our Director of Nursing in Training (DON-IT) program is designed to prepare the next generation of clinical leaders.

At Genesis HealthCare, we don t just offer a job, we offer a leadership journey through our Future Leaders Program. This immersive, hands-on experience is designed to develop confident, compassionate, and operationally strong nursing leaders through mentorship, individual coaching, and real-world clinical leadership exposure. You will gain the clinical, operational, regulatory, and leadership experience needed to succeed as a Director of Nursing in a skilled nursing environment.

Position Highlights

Gain Hands-On Leadership Experience

Rotate through key clinical and operational areas to understand how nursing leadership impacts quality outcomes, staffing, resident experience, compliance, and overall center success.

Develop Clinical And Operational Expertise

Learn essential DON responsibilities including staffing management, clinical reimbursement basics, survey readiness, quality measures, infection prevention, labor management, and interdisciplinary team leadership.

Lead Projects That Matter

Participate in project-based assignments focused on improving resident care, quality outcomes, workforce engagement, and operational performance. Your work will support real center and Pod initiatives.

Strengthen Leadership Skills

Attend leadership meetings, coaching sessions, and development workshops focused on communication, accountability, culture-building, and leading high-performing clinical teams.

Receive Personalized Mentorship

Work directly alongside experienced Directors of Nursing, Nursing Home Administrators, and market clinical leaders who will support your growth through structured mentorship and ongoing feedback.

Build Real-World Readiness

Develop confidence in leading clinical teams, managing daily operations, responding to challenges, and driving quality care in a fast-paced skilled nursing environment.

Complete a Capstone Project

At the end of the program, present a capstone project focused on a clinical, operational, or workforce initiative to nursing center, Pod, or national leadership.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, college or university with current registered nurse licensure by the State Board of Nursing. BSN is preferred.

Benefits

• Variable compensation plans
• Tuition, Travel, Wireless Service and Other Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
• Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically enrolled employees and their immediate family members
• On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you ve already earned

We Also Offer Several Voluntary Insurances Such As

• Pet Insurance
• Term and Whole Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Personal Accident
• Critical Illness
• Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range

USD $100,000.00 - USD $105,000.00 /Yr.