Director of Nursing (DON) – RN

Bear Creek Nursing • Hudson, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Director of Nursing (DON) – RN Bear Creek Nursing Center 8041 State Road 52, Hudson, FL 34667 Full-Time | Skilled Nursing Facility | Leadership Role Lead with Purpose. Drive Clinical Excellence. Make a Lasting Impact. Bear Creek Nursing Center is seeking a strong, experienced Director of Nursing (RN) to lead our clinical team. This is a high-visibility leadership role responsible for driving quality outcomes, supporting and developing nursing staff, and ensuring excellence in resident care. We are looking for a leader who is hands-on, accountable, and results-driven—someone who thrives in a fast-paced skilled nursing environment and is committed to building a culture of clinical excellence, teamwork, and accountability.

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Florida (required)
• Proven experience as a Director of Nursing in a skilled nursing facility (required)
• Strong knowledge of: Regulatory compliance and survey process
• MDS, PDPM, and reimbursement fundamentals
• Quality Measures and QAPI
• Demonstrated success leading teams and improving clinical outcomes
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• A confident, hands-on leader who takes ownership of building performance
• Someone who can balance clinical excellence with team development
• A professional who thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
• A leader who is committed to making a meaningful impact on residents and staff

Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership & Operations Lead all nursing operations within the facility
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care
• Maintain appropriate staffing and skill mix across all shifts
• Drive accountability and performance across the nursing team
• Quality & Outcomes (QAPI Focus) Own and improve key clinical outcomes (falls, wounds, infections, rehospitalizations)
• Lead QAPI initiatives and performance improvement efforts
• Monitor and respond to trends in Quality Measures (QMs)
• Regulatory & Survey Readiness Maintain continuous survey readiness
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations (CMS, AHCA)
• Lead survey processes, audits, and plans of correction
• Team Development & Retention Recruit, train, and develop nursing leadership and staff
• Foster a culture of engagement, accountability, and recognition
• Coach and mentor team members to drive growth and retention
• Collaboration & Communication Partner with interdisciplinary team members to support resident outcomes
• Communicate effectively with physicians, families, and leadership
• Serve as a key leader within the building’s management team

Benefits

• Work Today, Get Paid Today – Daily Pay Available
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
• Paid Time Off + Holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement & leadership development opportunities
• Supportive corporate and regional clinical teams
• Opportunity to lead, influence, and elevate building performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees