Director of Nursing- Woodville Health and Rehab Center (RN) (22466)

Cantex Continuing Care Network•Woodville, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Nursing Services (DON) oversees all clinical operations within the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and strong clinical outcomes. This role is responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and directing the Nursing Department in alignment with state, federal, and facility standards. The DON provides strategic leadership to nursing staff, drives quality improvement initiatives, and ensures that resident care is delivered safely, efficiently, and compassionately. This position is ideal for an experienced RN leader with a strong background in SNF operations, survey readiness, staffing management, and clinical excellence.

Requirements

Current and valid state-specific Registered Nurse (RN) license
Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience as a DON or ADON in a Skilled Nursing Facility
Strong knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations
Experience with survey readiness, Plans of Correction (POCs), and quality improvement
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop nursing staff
Ability to read, write, and speak the English language

Responsibilities

Provide overall clinical leadership to ensure high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and strong clinical outcomes
Oversee, direct, and support nursing staff in the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate care
Oversee the comprehensive care planning process and ensure interdisciplinary coordination
Uphold resident rights, including dignity, privacy, informed consent, and safety
Ensure timely communication with physicians, families, and responsible parties regarding significant changes in condition
Participate in pre-admission assessments and approve admissions in coordination with the Administrator
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing SNF operations
Lead regulatory surveys, complaint investigations, and Plans of Correction (POCs)
Maintain continuous readiness for unannounced surveys and regulatory visits
Ensure timely corrective actions for survey deficiencies and grievances
Maintain compliance with health, fire, safety, sanitation, OSHA, and disaster-preparedness standards
Oversee the Infection Preventionist and Infection Control Program, including surveillance, reporting, and staff education
Ensure compliance with antibiotic stewardship requirements
Participate in emergency preparedness planning, drills, and response activities
Ensure nursing staff readiness for disasters, evacuations, and emergency events
Monitor clinical quality indicators (falls, pressure injuries, infections, hospitalizations)
Implement corrective actions to reduce clinical risk and improve outcomes
Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Quality Assurance Program
Serve on committees including Quality Assurance, Infection Control, Patient Care, Safety, and Pharmaceutical Services
Lead recruitment, hiring, evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actions for nursing personnel
Ensure nursing staff orientation, ongoing education, annual competencies, and scope-of-practice compliance for LVNs, CNAs, and Medication Aides
Develop and maintain nursing schedules based on acuity, census, and staffing standards
Provide clinical consultation and support to the Administrator and facility leadership team
Maintain 24/7 responsibility for nursing operations and assume Administrator duties when delegated
Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation across the Nursing Department
Ensure all incidents and accidents are documented and reported per policy and regulation
Maintain inventories of medications, supplies, and clinical equipment
Participate in facility marketing efforts and community engagement
Perform other essential functions as assigned