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Director of Nursing (DON)

Avante at Ocala
Ocala, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/12/2027

Needed- Director of Nursing!! Come Join our Skilled Nursing Facility

Are you passionate about patient care? Are you looking to make a difference? Make Avante Group, Inc part of your work family!

Avante at Ocala is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of the Nursing Services Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards governing the facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

Why Avante?

At Avante, we believe in providing the highest quality of care to our residents while fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment for our team.

Benefits You’ll Love:
Competitive Compensation
Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision and more!)
Strong Retirement Plan for Your Future
Paid Time Off & Holidays to Recharge
Tuition Reimbursement – Invest in Your Education
Health & Wellness Programs to Keep You Feeling Your Best
Employee Recognition Programs – Win prizes & an annual cruise!
A Collaborative Work Environment – We value your voice! (Employee surveys, check-ins, & town halls)
Advancement Opportunities – Grow Your Career with Us!


Qualifications:

  • Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing and meet all applicable federal and state licensure requirements.
  • Must be at least l8 years of age.
  • Must show ability to read and write in a legible and understandable manner.
  • Must speak and understand English.
  • Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills.
  • Previous experience in a hospital, long term care facility or other healthcare related facility.
  • Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and medical practices, procedures and laws, regulations and guidelines governing long-term care.
  • Minimum 3-5 years as RN.
  • Must maintain current CPR Certification.
  • Must have at least 5 years' experience in a supervisory capacity.
  • Ability to remain calm under stress.
  • Positive attitude toward the elderly.

Education and Experience:

  • Must have at least five (5) years' experience in a supervisory capacity.
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience as an RN.


Background Screening Requirement:


This position requires background screening through the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.


Learn more: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

If you are passionate about patient care and rewarding work environment, Don’t Hesitate- Apply Today!

Avante provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, Veterans' status, national origin, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender, genetic information or any other category protected by law. In addition to federal requirements, Avante complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Avante expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, Veterans' status or any other category protected by law. Improper interference with the ability of Avante's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including, discharge.

Benefits:

Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance

Salary : $76,941 - $103,743

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