Registered Nurse (RN) – Director of Nursing (DON)

HealthForce Healthcare; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 105,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

24/7 dedicated clinical and admin supp

Professional development

Executive leadership opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare in Springfield, VT is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical team. You will shape nursing operations, champion patient safety, and foster a high-performing, compassionate care culture.

The role requires Vermont RN licensure, BSN, with MSN/MHA preferred, 5+ years nursing and 2+ years in leadership. You will oversee policies, compliance, budgeting, recruitment, and cross-functional collaboration to drive quality care.

Qualifications

• Current Vermont RN license or compact with eligibility.
• BSN required; MSN or MHA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Minimum 2 years in a nursing leadership/supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily nursing services and staff to ensure high‑quality care.
• Develop and maintain policies per CMS and Joint Commission.
• Recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations.
• Manage budgeting, scheduling, resources, and workflow.
• Collaborate with physicians and admin to improve outcomes.
• Lead quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Staff development

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Education

BSN

MSN or MHA preferred

Job description

Location: Springfield, VT

Pay: $2,587.20 / week (Weekly Direct Deposit)

Job Type: Full-time

Shift & Schedule: All Shifts Available / Flexible Scheduling

About

We are seeking a dedicated, visionary Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical team in Springfield, VT. In this vital leadership role, you will shape nursing operations, champion patient safety, and foster a supportive, high-performing clinical culture.

If you are a compassionate, results-driven RN leader looking to make a measurable difference in clinical care and team mentorship, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership: Oversee daily nursing services and staff to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality patient care
• Compliance & Standards: Develop, implement, and maintain clinical policies and procedures in strict adherence to state, federal, CMS, and Joint Commission regulations
• Team Development: Direct the recruitment, onboarding, ongoing training, and performance evaluations of nursing personnel
• Operational Management: Oversee nursing department budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow optimization
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Partner closely with physicians, facility administration, and allied health teams to elevate patient outcomes
• Quality Improvement: Spearhead patient safety initiatives, incident investigations, quality assurance programs, and staff conflict resolution

Qualifications

• Licensure: Current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Vermont (or compact state license with eligibility)
• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or MHA preferred
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of clinical nursing experience
  • Minimum of 2 years in a nursing leadership or supervisory role (DON, ADON, or Unit Manager experience preferred)
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of healthcare standards, CMS guidelines, and state nursing board regulations
• Core Competencies: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, navigate complex clinical scenarios, and communicate effectively across all organizational levels

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $2,587.20 weekly pay with direct deposit
• Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Support: 24/7 dedicated clinical and administrative support
• Career Growth: Paid professional development and executive leadership opportunities
• Culture: A collaborative, transparent, and patient-first work environment