Director of Nursing (DON)
About The Position
Spring Valley Health & Rehab is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to oversee the community’s clinical operations and ensure high-quality, resident-centered care. The DON directs nursing and clinical services, supports regulatory compliance, monitors clinical outcomes, and leads continuous quality improvement. The role also recruits, trains, mentors, and develops nursing staff while fostering a collaborative work environment aligned with the organization’s values. The DON works with department leaders, the Executive Director, and corporate teams on staffing, budgeting, and strategic planning. The position involves collaborating with medical directors, pharmacy consultants, and regulatory agencies; participating in care conferences, family meetings, and community events; and building relationships with residents and families. The posted wage range includes base salary and an additional annual bonus of up to 10% based on Key Performance Indicators. A $5,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current RN license in the state of employment.
- CPR certification.
- Knowledge of infection control best practices.
- Minimum 2–3 years of nursing leadership experience; skilled nursing or long-term care experience preferred.
- Ability to manage staffing, scheduling, training, and clinical compliance.
- Strong knowledge of state and federal healthcare regulations, survey processes, and QAPI initiatives.
- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lead by example and foster a positive, team-oriented culture.
- Passion for serving older adults and delivering high-quality, person-centered care.
- Adaptability, resilience, and a solutions-focused mindset.
Nice To Haves
- Nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing or long-term care.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and direct nursing and clinical services to ensure quality care and regulatory compliance.
- Develop and implement care plans, policies, and procedures that meet resident needs and align with best practices.
- Monitor clinical outcomes, identify improvement opportunities, and drive performance using data and quality metrics.
- Recruit, hire, train, and mentor nursing staff.
- Provide performance feedback, continuing education, and support for clinical staff development.
- Promote a positive, collaborative work environment aligned with the organization’s mission and values.
- Maintain readiness for state and federal surveys, ensuring documentation, procedures, and staffing meet applicable standards.
- Lead QAPI initiatives and follow up on audits, plans of correction, and incident investigations.
- Collaborate with medical directors, pharmacy consultants, and regulatory agencies as needed.
- Partner with department leaders to support interdisciplinary communication and resident-centered care.
- Work with the Executive Director and corporate teams on staffing, budgeting, and strategic planning.
- Participate in care conferences, family meetings, and community events as a clinical leader and advocate.
- Build relationships with residents and families and ensure their needs and concerns are heard and addressed.
- Foster a culture promoting dignity, independence, and holistic care.
Benefits
- $5,000 sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- Paid time off
- Flexible scheduling options
- Health insurance for qualifying team members
- Dental insurance for qualifying team members
- Vision insurance for qualifying team members
- Ongoing training and career growth opportunities
- Annual bonus of up to 10% based on Key Performance Indicators
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
