Director of Nursing

Riverside Health System • Smithfield, VA

58d • $102,200 - $140,525 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you an experienced nursing leader who believes great care starts with great people? We are seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) who is passionate about developing teams, fostering a positive workplace culture, and ensuring residents receive exceptional care every day. This is a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated clinical team while helping shape the future of resident care in a community where your leadership will be seen, valued, and appreciated. We're looking for someone who enjoys coaching others, building trust, creating accountability through relationships, and inspiring teams to do their best work. This is an opportunity to lead a talented team within a respected healthcare organization committed to delivering exceptional care across the continuum. We're seeking a leader who is energized by developing people, strengthening culture, and creating an environment where residents and employees can thrive. In this role, you'll have the ability to influence not only clinical outcomes, but also the experience of the team you lead. You'll enjoy the backing and resources of a large, integrated health system, close collaboration with experienced operational and clinical leaders, the opportunity to build an engaged, accountable, and high-performing nursing team, a leadership role where your vision, expertise, and relationships can make a lasting impact, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a larger organization.

Requirements

• Active Virginia Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum of two years of Senior Living or Long-Term Care experience
• Minimum of two years of supervisory or leadership experience
• CPR/BLS Certification within 30 days of hire

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)
• Progressive nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or assisted living settings

Responsibilities

• Lead and Develop People: Foster an environment of teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth. Coach, mentor, and support nursing leaders and frontline caregivers. Set clear expectations while helping team members succeed and grow. Recruit, retain, and develop talented nursing professionals. Promote a culture of accountability, respect, and excellence.
• Ensure Outstanding Resident Care: Oversee nursing services to ensure high-quality, resident-centered care. Collaborate with rehabilitation, social services, activities, dietary, pharmacy, physicians, and other disciplines to meet resident needs. Ensure care plans are developed, implemented, and maintained to support positive resident outcomes. Partner with physicians and clinical teams to continuously improve quality and service.
• Support Operational Excellence: Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and organizational policies. Maintain appropriate staffing and clinical competencies. Lead quality improvement initiatives and promote best practices. Champion resident and employee safety programs. Coordinate care across the continuum to support seamless resident experiences.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus Available – Up to $10,000 for Qualified Candidates
• Leadership Incentive Plan: Ability to earn an annual bonus of up to 7.5% of annual salary based on performance.
• The backing and resources of a large, integrated health system.
• Close collaboration with experienced operational and clinical leaders.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a larger organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director