DON - Director of Nursing (RN)

Elderwood • Town of Lancaster, NY

7d • $165,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Elderwood at Lancaster is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (RN) to lead our Nursing Services Department. This executive leadership role is responsible for overseeing clinical operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, driving quality outcomes, and developing a high-performing nursing team in our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. Located just outside Buffalo, NY, Elderwood at Lancaster provides skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and sub-acute care to residents with complex medical needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative nurse leader who is passionate about clinical excellence, employee engagement, and resident-centered care.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Previous Director of Nursing or senior nursing leadership experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, quality measures, and clinical operations.
• Proven leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Commitment to resident-centered care and continuous improvement.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (NY required)
• Minimum 2+ years of supervisory nursing leadership experience (DON or ADON level strongly preferred)
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage change, and improve outcomes

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration preferred
• Geriatric or long-term care experience highly valued

Responsibilities

• Direct all nursing operations and clinical services.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop nursing leadership and clinical staff.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and regulatory readiness.
• Partner with the Administrator, Medical Director, Pharmacy, and interdisciplinary team to achieve clinical and operational goals.
• Foster a positive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and exceptional resident care.
• Oversight of nurse staffing, scheduling, onboarding, and development across all shifts
• Assessment, planning, documentation, and delivery of high-quality nursing care
• Collaboration with physicians, pharmacy partners, consultants, and ancillary services
• Direct supervision, coaching, and performance management of nursing leadership and staff
• Design and execution of orientation, in-service training, and ongoing clinical education
• Participation and leadership in Quality Management and continuous improvement initiatives
• May serve as Program Coordinator for the Nursing Assistant Training Program

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to $165,000.
• Opportunity to lead a respected skilled nursing and rehabilitation community.
• Supportive executive leadership team.
• Make a meaningful impact on resident outcomes, employee engagement, and clinical quality.
• Be part of Elderwood's mission of People Caring for People.

What This Job Offers

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