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Director of Nursing

Evergreen Commons Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
East Greenbush, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 8/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/6/2026

Director of Nursing (RN) | Skilled Nursing Facility

Evergreen Commons Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking an experienced, motivated, and resident-focused Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing team. As the clinical leader of our 242-bed skilled nursing facility, you will oversee nursing operations for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care while fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and compassionate care.

If you are an experienced nurse leader looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and oversight of all nursing services and clinical operations.

  • Direct, organize, and evaluate resident care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and facility regulations.

  • Lead Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives, audits, and corrective action plans.

  • Maintain survey readiness and support successful Department of Health surveys.

  • Mentor, coach, and develop nursing leaders and staff while promoting accountability and professional growth.

  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure exceptional resident outcomes.

  • Oversee and partner with two Assistant Directors of Nursing (ADONs) to support daily clinical operations.

  • Promote a positive, resident-centered culture focused on quality care and customer service.

Qualifications

  • Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license.

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.

  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in geriatric or long-term care nursing.

  • At least two (2) years of progressive nursing leadership or nursing administration experience.

  • Experience with New York State Department of Health surveys and regulatory compliance preferred.

  • Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Employer-paid life insurance

  • 401(k) with employer contributions

  • Generous paid vacation, personal, and sick time

  • Annual payout of unused sick time

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Supportive leadership team and collaborative work environment

  • Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

Join a team committed to clinical excellence and compassionate care. At Evergreen Commons, you’ll have the opportunity to lead an exceptional nursing team while making a lasting difference in the lives of our residents every day.

Apply today to become our next Director of Nursing!


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