Director of Nursing

Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Nursing to lead our nursing team with passion, precision, and a commitment to excellence. In this vital leadership role, you will oversee all aspects of nursing operations across multiple care settings, ensuring the highest standards of resident care, compliance, and staff development. Your energetic approach will inspire your team to deliver compassionate, patient-centered services while maintaining regulatory adherence and operational efficiency. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of nursing care within a vibrant healthcare organization dedicated to improving lives every day.

Duties

• Provide strategic leadership for nursing services, fostering a positive and motivated work environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth
• Oversee the development, implementation, and review of individualized care plans for residents, ensuring they meet medical needs and regulatory standards
• Supervise nurse management staff, including hiring, training, evaluating performance, and supporting ongoing education in areas such as assisted living, hospice care, home health, and acute care
• Ensure compliance with all healthcare regulations including HIPAA privacy rules, Medicare guidelines, and state licensing requirements
• Review medical records and documentation for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to policies using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems and Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
• Lead efforts in shift management to ensure adequate staffing levels that support quality resident care while optimizing operational efficiency
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate resident care activities and facilitate communication across departments
• Monitor quality assurance metrics related to MDS (Minimum Data Set) assessments, documentation review, and care plan updates to improve resident outcomes
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of physiology and anatomy to guide clinical decision-making and staff training in medical terminology and nursing best practices

Skills

• Extensive experience in nursing administration within assisted living facilities or nursing homes with supervisory responsibilities
• Proven ability to manage nurse management teams effectively while fostering leadership among staff members
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA regulations, Medicare policies, medical terminology, physiology, and anatomy relevant to diverse healthcare settings
• Proficiency with EMR systems and EHR systems for documentation review, medical records management, and compliance tracking
• Exceptional leadership skills with a focus on shift management, staff supervision, and team development
• Deep understanding of resident’s rights and the importance of compassionate care delivery in hospice care, home health, or acute care environments
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with residents’ families, healthcare providers, regulatory agencies, and internal teams

Join us as we elevate nursing excellence through energetic leadership that empowers our team to deliver outstanding care. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in residents’ lives while advancing your career in a supportive environment committed to growth—this is the opportunity for you!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person