Dir-Nrsng In Training FLP
About The Position
At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. The Future Leaders Director of Nursing in Training (DONIT) plays a critical role in developing the next generation of clinical leaders within Genesis skilled nursing facilities. This role is designed to build the clinical, regulatory, operational, and leadership competencies required to successfully lead nursing services and ensure the highest standards of resident care, safety, and compliance. The Future Leader DONIT role is automatically enrolled in Genesis’ Future Leaders Program, a structured development pathway that includes curriculum-based learning, hands-on facility experience, executive mentorship, and completion of a clinical capstone project, with program length tailored based on individual experience and progression.
Requirements
- The Director of Nursing in Training must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, college or university with current registered nurse licensure by the State Board of Nursing.
Nice To Haves
- A BSN is preferred for this position. If the candidate does not currently have a BSN, pursuit of the degree within a reasonable period of time is strongly encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Complete all required training hours, structured curriculum, and experiential learning activities within the Director of Nursing in Training (DONIT) program.
- Ensure clinical oversight by an approved Director of Nursing Preceptor throughout the duration of the program.
- Maintain accurate documentation of training activities, evaluations, and progress reports in accordance with Future Leader Program standards.
- May serve in a center-based leadership role for a defined period, such as Unit Manager or Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), based on prior experience and developmental needs, to build practical leadership skills and support day-to-day clinical operations.
- Includes exposure to additional centers within a geographical POD to broaden operational perspective, strengthen collaboration, and gain insight into varying leadership styles, clinical practices, and performance outcomes.
- Develop comprehensive knowledge of nursing services management in a skilled nursing environment.
- Build competency in clinical decision-making, delegation, staff accountability, and patient safety leadership.
- Demonstrate leadership behaviors that support quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and a culture of excellence.
- Participate in structured rotations to gain exposure to all key clinical and interdisciplinary functions, including but not limited to: Nursing Services, including infection prevention and staff development; MDS and Clinical Reimbursement; Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI); Risk Management and Incident Investigation; Survey Readiness and Regulatory Compliance; Medical Services and Physician Collaboration; Rehabilitation Services; Social Services and Care Transitions; Admissions and Clinical Intake; Staffing, Scheduling, and Workforce Management; Environmental Services and Life Safety Collaboration; Pharmacy Services and Medication Management; Other areas as required by program design.
- Participate in structured weekly one-on-one coaching sessions with the DONIT Preceptor.
- Review progress toward curriculum milestones, leadership competencies, and clinical readiness.
- Align weekly activities with program deliverables, quality priorities, and center goals.
- Complete a Capstone Project during the program that delivers measurable improvements in clinical quality, regulatory readiness, staff development, or resident outcomes.
- Support center and POD-level clinical initiatives and performance improvement efforts.
- Present capstone outcomes and lessons learned to organization and program leadership.
- Attend leadership meetings, clinical councils, and training sessions alongside the Preceptor and Future Leaders Program Director.
- Participate in interdisciplinary task groups and clinical strategy initiatives.
- Build competency in communication, systems thinking, staff engagement, and change leadership.
- Gain comprehensive understanding of CMS regulations, Conditions of Participation, state nursing requirements, HIPAA, OSHA, and other applicable regulatory frameworks.
- Demonstrate knowledge of survey processes, deficiency management, and corrective action planning.
- Uphold ethical standards, personnel policies, and Genesis compliance expectations.
- Director of Nursing Services–Certified (DNS-CT) credential through the American Association of Post-Acute Care Nursing (AAPACN) or similar certification is required.
- Certification must be obtained during the DONIT program or within a defined timeframe established by the Future Leaders Program.
- Active participation in AAPACN coursework, preparation, and exam completion is expected as part of program requirements.
- Complete ongoing self-assessments related to clinical leadership, regulatory readiness, and operational effectiveness.
- Engage in continuous feedback with the Preceptor, Administrator, and interdisciplinary leadership team.
- Participate in formal mentorship and coaching check-ins with regional and national clinical leaders.
- By program completion, demonstrate readiness to independently lead nursing services in a Genesis skilled nursing center.
- Exhibit mastery in clinical operations, workforce leadership, compliance, quality improvement, and resident safety.
- Successfully complete all six months of curriculum, rotations, and assigned Future Leader Program requirements.
- Complete and present a Capstone Project that delivers measurable value to the center.
- Meet all established benchmarks and performance expectations through ongoing and final evaluations.
Benefits
- Variable compensation plans
- Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
- Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
- Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
- Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled employees and their immediate family members
- On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned
- Pet Insurance
- Term and Whole Life Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity
- Personal Accident
- Critical Illness
- Cancer Coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
