DON - Somerset #2376

Parkerlife Health Group•Franklin Township, NJ

7d•$170,000•Onsite

About The Position

Parker at Somerset is one of the most advanced healthcare centers in New Jersey, providing a complete spectrum of aging services, and access to an entire healthcare network through partnerships with major providers, all under one roof. Consider joining us in Somerset NJ at our beautiful new state-of-the-art-community. Parker is the areas highest quality nursing care residence providing person-centered living in a safe, comfortable, home-like setting in a warm and compassionate homelike environment. The Director of Nursing will plan, organize, develop, and lead the overall operation of a small home model Nursing Service Department (post-acute and long-term care) in accordance with Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations (as applicable), that govern Parker at Somerset. Ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times for those we serve while directing programs and activities. The DON will be required to initiate and maintain external relationships with a variety of customers, referral sources, payors, and other care providers to promote cross continuum collaboration to meet the needs of current and future residents and patients. Lead, educate, and monitor the performance of the nursing department in alignment with Parker’s mission, vision, and values and ensure that all care partners understand and uphold them in their daily practice. Learn why 2025 was our third year in a row being recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work in New Jersey" by NJBiz.com, one of the leading business journals in the state. Parker Health Group, Inc. You can make a difference in the field of aging services At Parker Health Group, we believe that happy and fulfilled employees are the source of our strong company culture. We are committed to rewarding our team members by providing them with opportunities for professional development, job growth and a supportive environment. It’s the reason we enjoy one of the highest employee retention rates, far exceeding industry standards. In 2018, and again in 2020, Parker was awarded the Holleran Choice Community award for Employee Engagement, a direct result of the passion exhibited by our employees. We provide them with competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, which includes tuition reimbursement, group health insurance plans, a fully funded pension, life insurance, contributions towards weight loss and gym memberships, and generous paid time off. Parker at Somerset post-acute rehabilitation and nursing care residence Parker at Somerset is a 120-bed post-acute rehabilitation and nursing home, located on 10 beautifully wooded acres in Somerset, New Jersey. As an Eden Alternative® registered home , we are well-known for the compassionate, quality long-term nursing care provided to elders in a comfortable, home-like environment. We also offer comprehensive post-acute rehabilitation with round-the-clock skilled and sub-acute nursing services. Parker at Somerset was honored with a Five-Star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), in all categories, which places the community as one of the top-rated nursing homes in the state. Recreational activities and special programs, including a Personal Enrichment Program for elders with dementia, promote socialization, increasing the quality of life for each elder. Our elders enjoy purposeful living and person-centered care in a supportive environment by a team of dedicated employees who provide the highest quality of care, where personal preferences of the people we serve are respected and honored.

Requirements

A nursing degree from an accredited college or university required; master’s degree in nursing strongly preferred.
Minimum of five years healthcare supervisor/management experience in sub-acute and long-term care settings, DON experience required.
Must possess a current unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Jersey.
Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the needs of the residents served.
Possess knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities serving long term care and post-acute populations.
Must possess demonstrated leadership and management capabilities promoting a sense of teamwork.
Organize work effectively, adjust to changes in work schedule, workflow and priorities.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, develop, and lead the overall operation of a small home model Nursing Service Department (post-acute and long-term care) in accordance with Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations (as applicable), that govern Parker at Somerset.
Ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times for those we serve while directing programs and activities.
Initiate and maintain external relationships with a variety of customers, referral sources, payors, and other care providers to promote cross continuum collaboration to meet the needs of current and future residents and patients.
Lead, educate, and monitor the performance of the nursing department in alignment with Parker’s mission, vision, and values and ensure that all care partners understand and uphold them in their daily practice.