Interim Director of Nursing - DON
Avardis Health•Norfolk, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking an Interim Director of Nursing (DON) who is passionate about clinical excellence, leadership, and making a meaningful impact on residents' lives. As the Interim Director of Nursing, you will play a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of resident care. You will provide education, mentorship, and leadership to the nursing team while overseeing clinical operations, compliance, and quality initiatives. In the absence of the Executive Director, you will be responsible for executing resident care policies and ensuring smooth facility operations.
Requirements
- Current, unencumbered RN license in the state.
- RN Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.
- Minimum two (2) years of leadership experience in nursing services administration.
- Experience in a healthcare setting serving the same age/type of resident population.
- Strong knowledge of nursing management, planning, budgeting, and regulatory compliance.
- Familiarity with accreditation standards and state/federal healthcare regulations.
- Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing nursing team.
- Compassionate, dedicated, and committed to excellence in resident care.
Responsibilities
- Provide ongoing education, mentorship, and leadership development to clinical staff.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and safe patient care in accordance with facility policies and regulations.
- Set and monitor departmental goals and objectives aligned with nursing ethics and standards of practice.
- Recruit, hire, and retain top nursing talent, ensuring compliance with staffing requirements.
- Develop and implement competency/skills checklists for nursing staff, including contracted team members.
- Prepare and manage the nursing department's annual operating budget.
- Maintain current policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with corporate, state, and federal regulations.
- Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to promote holistic, person-centered care.
- Ensure compliance with resident rights policies and actively work to resolve resident grievances.
- Drive innovation and process improvements to enhance healthcare outcomes and operational efficiency.
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Access to earned but unpaid wages
- Access to online learning 24/7
- Phone and auto discounts
- Employee Assistance Fund
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
