Director of Nursing, RN (DON)

Sugarland Healthcare • Sugar Land, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Sugar Land Health Care Center, a skilled nursing and long-term care community, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to oversee our nursing department. This is a high-impact leadership role for a Registered Nurse committed to providing exceptional care, ensuring regulatory compliance, and cultivating a positive team culture that values residents and staff alike.

Requirements

• Valid and unencumbered RN license in the state of Texas
• Active CPR certification
• Minimum of 2-3 years of leadership experience in skilled nursing or long-term care settings
• Comprehensive knowledge of state and federal regulations (e.g., CMS, OSHA)
• Excellent written/verbal communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Must be able to meet physical requirements including walking, lifting (up to 70 lbs), and standing for extended periods
• Strong computer and EMR proficiency
• Willingness to be on-call and work occasional nights, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and supervision to nursing staff and support personnel
• Manage day-to-day clinical operations and nursing department functions
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives
• Participate in budget planning, staffing, scheduling, and payroll-related decisions
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations
• Oversee assessments, care plans, and individualized nursing interventions
• Monitor infection control programs, wound care management, restraint reduction, and psychotropic usage
• Conduct regular audits, staff competencies, and departmental reviews
• Recruit, train, evaluate, and retain qualified nursing personnel
• Promote staff development through in-service education and mentorship
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment
• Coordinate orientation for new hires and ensure performance evaluations are completed timely
• Maintain high standards of care delivery for all residents
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for care planning and outcomes tracking
• Serve as a key liaison with residents, families, and healthcare providers
• Respond to concerns, incidents, and emergencies with professionalism and urgency
• Lead Quality Assurance and Risk Management initiatives
• Review and track RTH data, infection control metrics, medication administration, and other care indicators
• Complete required documentation, reporting, and regulatory submissions

Benefits

• Daily Pay – Work Today, Get Paid Today
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Full Tuition Reimbursement for career advancement
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Shift Differentials
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Friendly, professional, and mission-driven team culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed