RN Director of Nursing - Long-Term Care

Franklin Heights Nursing; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Retirement plan 401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Franklin Heights Nursing in El Paso, TX is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical excellence and regulatory compliance across our facility.

You will mentor nursing staff, oversee recruitment, scheduling, payroll review, and care planning, while ensuring compassionate resident care and adherence to state and federal guidelines. This is a full-time, on-site leadership role with strong growth opportunities and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• RN license in good standing with the State of Texas.
• Leadership experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing.
• Strong clinical skills and restorative care approach.
• Knowledge of nursing home regulations and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance: Oversee nursing services per guidelines.
• Lead the team: Recruit, onboard, schedule and manage nursing staff.
• Support direct care: Step in on the floor to maintain high-quality care.
• Review payroll: Approve payroll submissions for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain records: Monitor resident records for accuracy and documentation.
• Develop care plans: Collaborate with physicians and teams for individualized plans.
• Provide resources: Ensure access to equipment and supplies.
• Coach and mentor: Lead and develop nursing staff.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Team management

Communication

Education

RN License (Texas)

Job description

Join Our Team as Director of Nursing (DON)

Lead with Compassion. Inspire with Excellence.

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.

Your Impact as Director of Nursing

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, scheduling, and performance of nursing staff
• Support Direct Care: Step in to assist on the floor when needed to maintain consistent, high-quality care
• Review Payroll: Approve payroll submissions to ensure accuracy and compliance
• 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
• Coach and Mentor: Lead, mentor, and support nursing staff to improve performance and outcomes

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds a current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with the State of Texas
• 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

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Extra Protection: AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cardiac, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement
• Life Insurance: Whole and Term Policies
• Professional Growth: Tuition Reimbursement
• Time to Recharge: Paid Time Off
• Retirement Planning: Immediate 401(k) eligibility
• Unwavering Support: Exceptional corporate resources

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.