Registered Nurse (RN) – Director of Nursing (DON)

Healthforce•New York, NY

7d•$2,487 - $2,587

About The Position

The Director of Nursing (DON) leads the clinical team and nursing operations in Springfield, Vermont. The role oversees daily nursing services, promotes patient safety, and supports a high-performing clinical culture. The DON works with physicians, facility administration, and allied health teams to improve patient outcomes, while managing nursing personnel and department operations.

Requirements

Current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Vermont, or a compact state license with eligibility.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
At least 5 years of clinical nursing experience.
At least 2 years in a nursing leadership or supervisory role.
Deep understanding of healthcare standards, CMS guidelines, and state nursing board regulations.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams, navigate complex clinical scenarios, and communicate effectively across organizational levels.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Master of Health Administration (MHA).
DON, ADON, or Unit Manager experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily nursing services and staff to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality patient care.
Develop, implement, and maintain clinical policies and procedures in adherence to state, federal, CMS, and Joint Commission regulations.
Direct the recruitment, onboarding, ongoing training, and performance evaluations of nursing personnel.
Oversee nursing department budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow optimization.
Collaborate with physicians, facility administration, and allied health teams to elevate patient outcomes.
Lead patient safety initiatives, incident investigations, quality assurance programs, and staff conflict resolution.