Director of Nursing
About The Position
Pleasant Lake Villa is seeking a strong, engaged, and supportive Director of Nursing to lead its nursing department in a resident-centered skilled nursing and long-term care community. The Director of Nursing plans, organizes, and directs nursing services, providing leadership, clinical oversight, regulatory compliance, and team development to support high-quality resident care and clinical outcomes. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, hands-on leader with long-term care experience. The role oversees nursing operations, staffing, clinical quality, and regulatory processes. It collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and maintains positive relationships with residents, families, and staff. Pleasant Lake Villa describes its workplace as supportive, respectful, and growth-oriented, with a commitment to team members’ well-being and continued learning.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state.
- Minimum 2–5 years of nursing leadership experience in long-term care.
- Thorough understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, MDS processes, and long-term care regulations.
- Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
- Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with EMR systems.
Nice To Haves
- ADON or DON experience preferred.
- Experience with PointClickCare preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership and direction for the nursing department.
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, and CMS regulations.
- Oversee nurse staffing, scheduling, recruitment, and retention.
- Support the clinical team in achieving strong resident outcomes and quality measures.
- Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Conduct regular audits, rounds, and clinical reviews.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team on care planning and resident assessments.
- Manage infection control, QA/QAPI, and risk management initiatives.
- Participate in facility surveys, plans of correction, and follow-up processes.
- Coach staff, conduct performance evaluations, and support ongoing staff development.
- Maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and staff.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Performance-based incentives.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Retirement plan options.
- Supportive leadership team and stable work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
- Full-time nurse practitioner support and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Opportunities to grow a career in skilled nursing, assisted living, rehabilitation, long-term care, and hospice.
- A workplace that values individual contributions and encourages continuous learning.
- Support for team members’ physical, emotional, social, and intellectual well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
