Director of Nursing (DON)

Highland Rehabilitation & Health care – Kansas City, MO

If you want to work for a company that truly values and appreciates its employees, join Highland Rehabilitation & Health Care! We are seeking a talented and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) to join our leadership team.

If you are a dedicated, highly motivated, energetic, and dependable Nurse Leader, WE WANT YOU!

Highland Rehabilitation & Health Care supports our Nurse Leaders by providing:

· A superior DON mentorship program to empower you to take ownership of your personal and professional development, improve quality of care, and immerse yourself in a culture of learning.

· Tuition reimbursement to support your clinical expertise and leadership skills development.

· A network of professionals to assist and guide you in your new role.

· A 5-Star DON Orientation Program consisting of welcome gifts, in person training with the Regional Nurse, virtual leadership training with CEU opportunities by senior nurse management, and more!

Apply today and let us show you how we are inspired by you.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Quarterly Bonus Program
• 401k with Matching Contributions
• Vacation and PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Low-Cost Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Advancement Opportunities
• Referral Bonuses
• Mentor Programs
• And Much More!

DON Responsibilities

The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for the administration and management of Nursing Services to residents in accordance with orders of the physicians and total needs of the residents. As the DON, you will be responsible for 24-hour supervision of Nursing Services and will direct the Nursing Department to maintain quality standards of care in accordance with current Federal, State and The Company standards, guidelines, and regulations. In the absence of the Administrator, the Director of Nursing (DON) assumes the responsibility for center operations. The position conducts the nursing process – assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation – under the scope of the State’s Nurse Practice Act of Registered Nurse licensure.

DON Requirements

• Currently licensed as RN in the state practiced.
• Associate or Bachelor Degree from an accredited nursing school required.
• Five years in long-term or acute health care preferred; at least 2 years nursing supervisory experience required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Superior project management and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated success in operational process improvement and performance management.

Equal Opportunity Employer. The wage information provided in this listing is subject to change. Wages are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, an applicant’s education, previous experience, and shift accepted. Benefit enrollment is available for those who meet the required eligibility criteria.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Long term care
• Rehabilitation center

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person