RN Director of Nursing - Long-Term Care
About The Position
The Director of Nursing (DON) leads nursing services in a long-term care setting, helping shape residents’ care experience while guiding and supporting nursing staff. The role ensures nursing services comply with company, state, and federal guidelines; manages nursing staff; supports direct care as needed; and oversees payroll submissions and resident records. The DON collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans and ensures nursing staff have timely access to necessary equipment and supplies. The role also includes coaching and mentoring staff to improve performance and outcomes.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with the State of Texas.
- Proven leadership experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing.
- Strong clinical skills and a restorative care approach.
- Knowledge of nursing home regulations and compliance standards.
- Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Oversee nursing services in accordance with company, state, and federal guidelines.
- Manage recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and performance of nursing staff.
- Assist on the floor when needed to maintain consistent, high-quality care.
- Approve payroll submissions for accuracy and compliance.
- Monitor resident records for accuracy and appropriate documentation.
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Ensure nursing staff have timely access to equipment and necessary supplies.
- Lead, mentor, and support nursing staff to improve performance and outcomes.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- AD&D coverage
- Short-term disability coverage
- Cardiac, cancer, critical illness, and hospital confinement coverage
- Whole and term life insurance policies
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Immediate 401(k) eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
