Director of Nursing

Career Strategies • Johnson City, TN

26d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Nursing (DON) is a leadership role at a skilled nursing facility for an experienced Registered Nurse with hands-on leadership experience. The DON supports the Administrator, leads clinical teams, ensures high standards of resident care, and helps cultivate a positive, collaborative environment. The position is performed in person.

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in Tennessee.
• Previous leadership experience in a long-term care setting is required; qualifying experience may include Assistant Director of Nursing, Director of Nursing, MDS Coordinator, Staff Development Coordinator, Nurse Educator, or Administrator.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, including CMS, state regulations, and survey processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate teams and maintain a positive work environment.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and clinical assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Administrator in managing day-to-day clinical operations.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to nursing staff.
• Oversee compliance with state and federal regulations, facility policies, and best clinical practices.
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, and monitoring labor needs.
• Participate in quality assurance, care plan development, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation and reporting.
• Promote teamwork, professionalism, and resident-centered care.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, paid time off, and retirement.
• Supportive administrative and clinical leadership.
• Opportunity to grow within the network.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible schedule.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health savings account.
• Life insurance.
• Parental leave.

What This Job Offers

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