RN Director of Nursing

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center; Kalkaska Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center (KMHC) is seeking a dedicated Director of Nursing to guide our nursing staff and elevate resident care. This leadership role emphasizes clinical excellence, integrity, and collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.

In this role, you will oversee all nursing services, ensure regulatory compliance, lead recruitment and performance management, develop individualized care plans, and maintain accurate resident records to support quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• RN license in good standing in Michigan.
• Leadership experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing.
• Restorative care approach.
• Knowledge of nursing home regulations and compliance standards.
• Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Compliance: Oversee all nursing services in accordance with company, state, and federal guidelines.
• Lead the Team: Manage recruitment, onboarding, and performance of nursing staff.
• Coach and Mentor: Lead, mentor, and support nursing staff to improve performance and outcomes.
• Support Direct Care: Collaborate with floor staff to maintain consistent, high-quality care.
• Maintain Records: Monitor resident records for accuracy and appropriate documentation.
• Develop Care Plans: Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans.
• Provide Resources: Ensure nursing staff have timely access to equipment and necessary supplies.
• Review Payroll: Approve payroll submissions to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Geriatric care

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to join our team. In this key leadership role, you will help shape the care experience for our residents while guiding and supporting our nursing staff with professionalism, integrity, and clinical excellence.

• Holds a current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with the State of Michigan
• Has proven leadership experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing
• Possesses strong clinical skills and a restorative care approach
• Demonstrates knowledge of nursing home regulations and compliance standards
• Excels in organization, communication, and problem-solving

Summary

Are you interested in a career where you are part of improving the health and quality of life of individuals? Kalkaska Memorial Health Center (KMHC) specializes in providing more than is expected. This non-profit health center serves the greater Kalkaska County region with a wide variety of care options not often found in a small community.Members of the Kalkaska family are some of the most talented people working in healthcare today. They could work anywhere. They are here because they choose to be.

We are looking to fill a key position in ourElder-centered community as a Director of Nursing (DON).

In This Role, You Will

• Ensure Compliance: Oversee all nursing services in accordance with company, state, and federal guidelines
• Lead the Team: Manage recruitment, onboarding, and performance of nursing staff
• Coach and Mentor: Lead, mentor, and support nursing staff to improve performance and outcomes
• Support Direct Care: Collaborate with floor staff to maintain consistent, high-quality care
• Maintain Records: Monitor resident records for accuracy and appropriate documentation
• Develop Care Plans: Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans
• Provide Resources: Ensure nursing staff have timely access to equipment and necessary supplies
• Review Payroll: Approve payroll submissions to ensure accuracy and compliance