Director of Nursing (DON) – Skilled Nursing Facility - 3590462
Apex Healthcare•Lexington, KY
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical operations at a skilled nursing facility in Lexington, KY. This role is ideal for a proven nursing leader who understands how to drive quality care, maintain compliance, and build strong teams. If you’ve successfully led nursing operations in a SNF and know how to keep survey readiness tight, this is a strong opportunity.
Requirements
- Active RN license in the state of Kentucky (REQUIRED)
- Minimum 2+ years of experience as a Director of Nursing in a Skilled Nursing Facility (REQUIRED)
- Strong knowledge of SNF regulations, survey process, and compliance standards
- Proven leadership experience managing nursing teams
- Ability to drive accountability while maintaining a positive team culture
Responsibilities
- Oversee all nursing operations within the facility
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Lead, mentor, and develop nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, CNAs)
- Maintain survey readiness and manage audits/inspections
- Collaborate with administration on clinical and operational goals
- Monitor quality measures, infection control, and patient outcomes
- Manage staffing, scheduling, and clinical workflows
Benefits
- Competitive salary (based on experience)
- Bonus potential
- Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
- PTO and holiday pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
