DIRECTOR OF NURSING SERVICES

Community Mainstreaming Associates • Westbury, NY

15d • $110,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Nursing Services leads health and wellness efforts for individuals in our residential program. This role ensures smooth day-to-day care planning, oversees nursing operations, and bridges communication between senior leadership, nursing staff, and direct support teams. The Director plays a key role in maintaining compliance, supporting staff, and driving quality care.

Requirements

• NYS Registered Nurse Licensure
• Minimum of three years of experience in a clinical setting providing quality nursing support, or five years of experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience within an OPWDD program
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of electronic health records
• Ability to travel to multiple locations and a willingness to work non-traditional hours

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing services and long-term care planning for individuals in our residential program
• Supervise, mentor, and support a team of nurses, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and revise nursing policies and procedures
• Function as the primary liaison between nursing staff and senior management, facilitating communication and smooth operations
• Ensure proper licensure, certification, and training of nursing staff, including AMAP certification and mandated training
• Coordinate care with external consultants, such as RNs, dietitians, and specialists (e.g., hospice and wound care)
• Participate in critical committees, including the Incident Review Committee and Human Rights Committee

Benefits

• Medical Benefits: Generous employer contribution; eligibility begins the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Dental Benefits: Employer-paid.
• Vision Plan
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft & Fraud Protection
• Legal Services
• 403(B) Retirement Plan: Organization match of up to 5%.
• Life Insurance: Employer sponsored
• Tuition Assistance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Program
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Up to 80 hours of vacation during the first calendar year of employment. Employees accrue an additional 8 vacation hours each subsequent calendar year, up to a maximum of 120 hours.
• Up to 40 hours of personal time per calendar year.
• 10 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees