Future Leader Director of Nursing in Training - RN

Genesis Administrative Services LLC; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discounts

Employee assistance program

Health, dental, vision coverage

401K / retirement plan

Paid time off

1st-dollar virtual care access

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare is seeking a nurse leader for a Director of Nursing in Training role. The program develops clinical and operational leadership through mentorship and hands-on exposure in skilled nursing settings.

You will rotate through clinical areas, manage staffing and quality initiatives, and present a capstone project to leadership. RN licensure and a BSN (preferred) are highly valued as you advance toward DON responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with RN licensure in good standing.
• BSN preferred for leadership track and regulatory readiness.
• Willingness to participate in DON-IT program and leadership development.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing teams across clinical and operational areas.
• Oversee staffing, quality measures, patient experience and safety.
• Complete capstone project and contribute to center and Pod initiatives.

Skills

Nursing leadership

RN licensure

BSN preferred

Education

RN - Registered Nurse

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, individualized 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.