Director of Nursing Residency Program

Saber Community Support and Development Office•Norfolk, VA
•Onsite

About The Position

Lead with heart and purpose - join us as a Director of Nursing in Training where your leadership helps create a supportive, resident-centered environment that truly feels like home! The RN Director of Nursing (DON), Resident is a leadership role designed to prepare an aspiring nurse leader for a future Director of Nursing role. Comprehensive training in all aspects of nursing home operations is provided to the candidate, to include rotating through various departments to gain an in-depth understanding of clinical care, nursing operations, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, staff management, and overall facility management. The Director of Nursing, Resident will work closely with department heads to develop the skills necessary to manage and lead the nursing department. After the residency, the candidate will assume a nursing leadership role per program requirement/agreement.

Requirements

  • Current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN within the state in which you work.
  • Active CPR certification for healthcare providers by an American Heart Association (AHA) approved provider.
  • Minimum one (1) year of experience in a supervisory role in a nursing facility.
  • Ability to travel to the community providing the residency.

Responsibilities

  • Rotating through various departments to gain an in-depth understanding of clinical care, nursing operations, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, staff management, and overall facility management.
  • Working closely with department heads to develop the skills necessary to manage and lead the nursing department.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefit packages including medical, dental, and vision, and more.
  • Health Savings Account available with employer contribution.
  • 401K through Fidelity
  • Employer-paid life insurance (FT employees)
  • Robust Employee Assistance Program
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Educational, leadership, and tuition opportunities
  • Various discount programs offered, including discounted childcare programs through KinderCare
  • Wellness programs offered through WebMD
  • Employee recognition programs
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