Nursing Director: Resident-Centered Care Leader

Legacy Lifecare, Inc.; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jeffrey & Brudnick Center for Living in Peabody, MA, is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead nursing operations and ensure high-quality, resident-centered care in accordance with regulations.

The DON will supervise nursing staff, oversee recruitment and scheduling, and drive professional development while collaborating with physicians, families, and the broader care team to improve resident outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered MA Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
• 3+ years prior nursing experience in long-term care/skilled nursing.
• 1+ years prior experience in a clinical supervisor or leadership role.
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations, infection control standards, and patient safety protocols.
• Current CPR certifications, including BLS and ACLS.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English – both verbally and written.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee nursing operations to ensure safe, high-quality, resident-centered care in accordance with federal, state, and facility regulations.
• Lead and supervise nursing staff, including recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, performance management, competency assessment, and professional development.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and quality measures, including falls, pressure injuries, infections, rehospitalizations, medication management, and other key indicators.
• Ensure regulatory and survey readiness by maintaining compliance with CMS, state, and organizational standards, while addressing deficiencies and implementing corrective actions.
• Collaborate with physicians, residents, families, rehabilitation, social services, and other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans and improve resident outcomes.

Job description

Jeffrey & Brudnick Center for Living in Peabody, MA, is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead nursing operations and ensure high-quality, resident-centered care in accordance with regulations.

The DON will supervise nursing staff, oversee recruitment and scheduling, and drive professional development while collaborating with physicians, families, and the broader care team to improve resident outcomes.