RN - Director of Nursing (SNF)

$95,998.50 - 144,007 yearRN - Director of Nursing (DON)Salary: $95,998.50 - $144,007 / YearlyOverviewElderwood is seeking a clinical leader to fill the vital role of the RN - Director of Nursing (DON). The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication and problem-solving skills and has a natural ability to inspire camaraderie and teamwork. The DON is responsible for ensuring the health and well-being of residents while providing leadership and oversight for the nursing department.Why Work at Elderwood?Competitive CompensationWeekly Pay ScheduleFull Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Benefits (for eligible employees)401(k) with Employer MatchPaid Time Off & Holiday PackageTuition Assistance ProgramsEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramShift Differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends for eligible positionsResponsibilitiesManage overall nurse staffing, training, and development within the Nursing Services DepartmentOversee quality of nursing care, including assessment, planning, documentation, and service deliveryCoordinate medical and pharmaceutical services in collaboration with the Medical Director, Pharmacy Consultant, and major vendor pharmacyEnsure proper placement of residents in collaboration with facility staff and attending physiciansCoordinate interdisciplinary healthcare services provided by facility staff, external providers, and consultantsParticipate in and promote Quality Management initiatives to improve nursing servicesDirect orientation and on-the-job training for Assistant Director Nursing Services, Head Nurse, Evening/Night Supervisors, Medical Records Assistant, and Clinical InstructorHire, discipline, and terminate department staff as necessary; conduct exit interviews for staff employed six months or moreDevelop and oversee orientation and ongoing in-service training programs for department staffServe as Program Coordinator for the Nursing Assistant 100-Hour Training Program, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulationsReview and process personnel information including evaluations, time sheets, leave requests, and disciplinary actionsAssist with discipline as requested by supervisory staffQualificationsRequired:Registered Professional Nurse (RN) with current state licenseAt least 2 years of supervisory nursing experienceAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingStrong problem-solving skills and diplomatic conflict resolutionDemonstrated managerial leadership skills: desire for improvement, building trust, and fostering staff prideRegular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisorsPreferred:Bachelor’s degree in nursing or administrationGeriatric nursing trainingAdditional training and experience aligned with facility size and responsibilitiesThis position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors.In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

Created: 2025-12-08