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

Healthforce; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 105,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Career development

Job summary

Healthforce is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) in Springfield, VT to lead the clinical team, champion patient safety, and foster a high-performing care culture.

The role requires an active RN license (VT or compact), a BSN, and preferred MSN/MHA. You will oversee operations, policy adherence, and cross-functional collaboration to elevate patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Vermont or compact state with eligibility.
• BSN required; MSN or MHA preferred.
• Regulatory knowledge of CMS, Joint Commission, and state nursing board regulations.
• Core competencies include leading cross-functional teams and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership: Oversee daily nursing services and staff to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Compliance & Standards: Develop and maintain policies per state/federal regulations.
• Team Development: Recruit, onboard, train, and evaluate nursing staff.
• Operational Management: Budgeting, scheduling, resources, workflow optimization.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Partner with physicians and administration to improve outcomes.
• Quality Improvement: Lead patient safety initiatives and incident investigations.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Team development

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

BSN required

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:

• 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