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Director of Nursing (DON)

ClearView Healthcare Management
Leitchfield, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 11/24/2025 CLOSED ON 2/7/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (DON) position at ClearView Healthcare Management?

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Director of Nursing to lead and oversee all nursing operations within our facility. This role is essential in fostering a collaborative, efficient, and resident-centered environment where high-quality care and strong clinical standards are upheld.

The ideal candidate is a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse who has grown into a confident leader through experience, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. Strong communication skills, sound decision-making, and the ability to guide and support nursing staff are key to success in this role.

We offer:

  • Work/Life Balance
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Retirement Savings Plan
  • Bonus Plan
  • and more!


Responsibilities

  • Direct, oversee, and evaluate all nursing personnel (RN, LPN, etc.)
  • Guide staffing procedures
  • Set objectives and long-term goals for the nursing department
  • Organize and coordinate admission, nursing, and patient care procedures
  • Develop and enforce policies aiming for legal compliance and high-quality standards
  • Resolve issues and deficiencies when needed
  • Collaborate with other departments and professionals to streamline operations
  • Report to upper management


Requirements

  • Proven experience as Director of Nursing is preferred
  • Valid CPR certification
  • Active RN license required
  • Degree in nursing; A Master’s degree in nursing or healthcare administration is a plus
  • Must have experience in Long Term Care
  • Understanding of basic budgeting and financial reporting
  • Great knowledge of legal regulations and best practices in healthcare
  • Willingness to keep abreast of changing standards in nursing administration
  • Excellent ability to lead and develop personnel
  • Great communication and people skills
  • Outstanding organizational and stress management skills
  • Aptitude for problem-solving


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Facility is an equal-opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.

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