RN Director of Nursing

Riverside Health System•Gloucester, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Gloucester, Virginia Director of Nursing (RN) – Riverside Mathews Rehabilitation Center | Mathews, VA At Riverside Mathews, leadership is personal. This is a close-knit, community-centered environment where the Director of Nursing plays a visible, hands-on role in shaping both clinical excellence and team culture. We’re seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) who can lead with both clinical credibility and emotional intelligence—someone who knows how to elevate care standards while building strong relationships with staff, residents, and families. As part of Riverside Health System, you’ll also benefit from the support and resources of a respected regional healthcare network while maintaining the autonomy to lead locally. This is a role for a leader who wants to make a visible, meaningful impact—not just on metrics, but on people. At Riverside Mathews, your leadership will directly shape the experience of residents, families, and the team that cares for them every day. To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers. If loving your work is important to you, consider a career at Riverside. By joining our team, you can make a difference in people's lives. Our mission is to care for others as we would care for those we love. We extend that sense of caring to every patient, resident and customer, as well as to each member of our team. We offer care at all stages of life, in hundreds of locations, giving you room to grow your career, along with great benefits and perks. At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities. Unfortunately, job scams are on the rise across the country, and we want to help you feel confident in knowing what is — and is not — part of our hiring process. Learn more about how to recognize a legitimate Riverside job opportunity and what to do if you suspect a scam by visiting this site.

Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN) – Licensed through the Virginia Department of Health Professions (required)
2+ years of experience in Senior Living, Long-Term Care, or Rehab (required)
2+ years of leadership/supervisory experience (required)
CPR/BLS Certification through American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute (within 30 days)
Participation in on-call rotation
Ability to support weekends and occasional irregular hours as needed
Strong clinical leadership with a hands-on, approachable style
Deep understanding of long-term care and/or rehabilitation services
Proven ability to navigate regulatory environments and survey processes
A balance of operational discipline and people-first leadership
The ability to lead through both structure and relationships (because both matter here)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (preferred)
Master’s Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Responsibilities

Direct and oversee all nursing services to ensure high-quality, resident-centered care
Ensure comprehensive Plans of Care are developed, updated, and executed in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
Maintain a strong presence on the floor—supporting staff, coaching leaders, and staying connected to resident needs
Partner with therapy, dietary, social services, pharmacy, and physicians to deliver coordinated care
Ensure full compliance with state, federal, and Riverside Health standards
Lead survey readiness and maintain continuous compliance across all clinical areas
Oversee infection prevention, safety initiatives, and clinical competency standards
Collaborate with Medical Director and attending physicians to ensure compliant and effective care delivery
Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing nursing team
Oversee staffing, scheduling, and workforce planning to meet operational needs
Lead orientation, training, and ongoing competency development
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and respect (where people actually want to stay)
Lead the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program
Monitor clinical outcomes and implement data-driven improvements
Partner with other Riverside entities (rehab, home health, hospice, outpatient services) to ensure continuity of care
Work closely with Administration and Admissions to support smooth resident transitions and census management
Contribute to policy development, program enhancements, and strategic initiatives
Serve as a key liaison between clinical teams, families, and system leadership