Nursing Department Leader: Elevate Care & Team Excellence

Ardmore Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardmore Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Ardmore, OK, seeks a Department Head of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing team, ensure high-quality patient care, and promote a positive work environment across the facility.

The DON will develop policies, coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams, monitor outcomes, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while mentoring staff and supporting professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field; equivalence accepted.
• Current RN licensure in Oklahoma.
• Minimum 2 years as a DON or Assistant DON.
• Proven leadership and management skills with mentoring ability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing team to achieve high-quality patient outcomes.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on care plans.
• Foster a positive work environment and teamwork.
• Monitor clinical outcomes, quality metrics, and patient satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regs and accreditation standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Ardmore Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Ardmore, OK, seeks a Department Head of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing team, ensure high-quality patient care, and promote a positive work environment across the facility.

The DON will develop policies, coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams, monitor outcomes, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while mentoring staff and supporting professional growth.