Director of Nursing Services (DON)

Must reside in SW Florida Solaris Healthcare strongly believes in the benefits ofthe COVID-19 vaccine for both staff and resident safety, and peace ofmind. We are actively looking for compassionate people to become part ofour SolarisStrong family who are currently vaccinated or willing to get vaccinated. Solaris will provide vaccines as needed.Purpose of Your Job PositionWorks in concert with the Administrator and directs the Nursing Department to maintain quality standards of care in accordance with current Federal, State and Solaris HealthCare standards, guidelines and regulations. In absence of the Administrator, assumes the responsibility for center operations. Job FunctionsGeneral ResponsibilitiesResidents RightsSafetyStaff DevelopmentQuality ProcessLeadership FundamentalsOversees the development of the nursing department structure and roles of each positionEstablishes and manages goals and objects for the nursing department through analysis and strategic planning consistent with the company missionUnderstands and effects the role of the nurse leader with staff through effective team building, motivation, change management, efficient time management, delegation, stress management and effective and timely communicationFacilitates collegial relationships among nurse managers and other healthcare professionalsHires, educates and counsels a nursing leadership team to participate in clinical oversightMaintains and evaluates an environment that empowers and supports nurse managers in problem solving and in decision making to address identified issuesDesigns systems of share governance in clinical practice and accountabilityEnsures availability of nursing leadership team members to accommodate staff education; to address resident care issues; to meet with family members unavailable during routine shift hoursAttends quality and operation reviews for the center with Administrator and Regional Operations TeamParticipates in meetings and conducts rounds with the Administrator and Regional Operations TeamProvides leadership to the center in the absence of the AdministratorClinical Systems Personnel DevelopmentResource UtilizationFiscal ManagementSupervisory/People Management ResponsibilitiesAdministrative ResponsibilitiesSpecial Activities/AttributesEducationCurrently licensed as RN in this state; Bachelor''s Degree in Nursing preferred. Must have and maintain CPR Certification. ExperienceFive years in long-term or acute health care preferred; At least 2 years nursing supervisory experience required.

Created: 2025-11-15