Director of Nursing - DON

Avardis Health•Woodstock, VA

20h

About The Position

Woodstock Valley Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a full-time Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical operations and ensure high standards of resident care. The DON provides education, mentorship, and leadership to the nursing team, and oversees compliance and quality initiatives. In the absence of the Executive Director, the DON is responsible for executing resident care policies and ensuring smooth facility operations. The role includes collaborating with the Interdisciplinary Team to promote holistic, person-centered care and using process improvements and healthcare innovations to support better outcomes for older adults.

Requirements

Current, unencumbered RN license in the state.
RN nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
At least two years of leadership experience in nursing services administration.
Experience in a healthcare setting serving the same age or type of resident population.
Strong knowledge of nursing management, planning, budgeting, and regulatory compliance.
Familiarity with accreditation standards and state and federal healthcare regulations.
Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing nursing team.
Compassionate, dedicated, and committed to excellence in resident care.

Responsibilities

Provide ongoing education, mentorship, and leadership development to clinical staff.
Ensure high-quality, efficient, and safe patient care in accordance with facility policies and regulations.
Set and monitor departmental goals and objectives aligned with nursing ethics and standards of practice.
Recruit, hire, and retain nursing staff while ensuring compliance with staffing requirements.
Develop and implement competency and skills checklists for nursing staff, including contracted team members.
Prepare and manage the nursing department’s annual operating budget.
Maintain current policies and procedures and ensure compliance with corporate, state, and federal regulations.
Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to promote holistic, person-centered care.
Ensure compliance with resident rights policies and work to resolve resident grievances.
Drive innovation and process improvements to enhance healthcare outcomes and operational efficiency.
In the absence of the Executive Director, execute resident care policies and ensure smooth facility operations.