Nursing Director: Geriatric Care & Compliance Leader

Optalis Healthcare (Health & Rehabilitation Centers); Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Optalis Healthcare (Health & Rehabilitation Centers) seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead nursing operations for residents in a Michigan SNF setting. The DON ensures regulatory compliance, develops policies, and oversees staffing, quality assurance, and infection control programs.

Strong leadership and clinical decision-making are essential to drive high-quality resident care. The role requires RN licensure in Michigan, prior supervisory experience in long-term care, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing school and RN license in Michigan.
• Supervisory experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
• Advanced training or certification in nursing leadership or management (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing department operations and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Develop, implement, and update nursing policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Ensure appropriate staffing and scheduling to meet resident needs and acuity levels.
• Provide leadership and guidance to ADONs, Nursing Supervisors, Charge Nurses, and CNAs.
• Participate in admission screenings, resident assessments, and care conferences.
• Lead infection control, quality assurance, and nursing education initiatives.
• Support survey readiness and corrective action planning.
• Monitor nursing documentation and clinical record accuracy.
• Comprehensive knowledge of geriatric nursing practices and SNF regulations.
• Leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making abilities.
• Effective organizational and communication skills.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical assessment

Communication

Education

RN license in Michigan

Nursing degree from accredited school

Job description

Optalis Healthcare (Health & Rehabilitation Centers) seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead nursing operations for residents in a Michigan SNF setting. The DON ensures regulatory compliance, develops policies, and oversees staffing, quality assurance, and infection control programs.

Strong leadership and clinical decision-making are essential to drive high-quality resident care. The role requires RN licensure in Michigan, prior supervisory experience in long-term care, and a commitment to