Dir-Nrsng In Training FLP

Overview

At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

The Future Leaders Director of Nursing in Training (DONIT) plays a

critical role in developing the next generation of clinical leaders within Genesis skilled nursing

facilities. This role is designed to build the clinical, regulatory, operational, and leadership

competencies required to successfully lead nursing services and ensure the highest standards of

resident care, safety, and compliance.

The Future Leader DONIT role is automatically enrolled in Genesis’ Future Leaders Program, a

structured development pathway that includes curriculum-based learning, hands-on facility

experience, executive mentorship, and completion of a clinical capstone project, with program

length tailored based on individual experience and progression.

• Compliance with Licensure and Program Requirements
• Complete all required training hours, structured curriculum, and experiential learning
  
  

activities within the Director of Nursing in Training (DONIT) program.

• Ensure clinical oversight by an approved Director of Nursing Preceptor throughout the
  
  

duration of the program.

• Maintain accurate documentation of training activities, evaluations, and progress reports
  
  

in accordance with Future Leader Program standards.

• May serve in a center-based leadership role for a defined period, such as Unit Manager or
  
  

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), based on prior experience and developmental

needs, to build practical leadership skills and support day-to-day clinical operations.

• Includes exposure to additional centers within a geographical POD to broaden
  
  

operational perspective, strengthen collaboration, and gain insight into varying leadership

styles, clinical practices, and performance outcomes.

• Clinical Leadership Development
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of nursing services management in a skilled nursing
  
  

environment.

• Build competency in clinical decision-making, delegation, staff accountability, and
  
  

patient safety leadership.

• Demonstrate leadership behaviors that support quality outcomes, regulatory compliance,
  
  

and a culture of excellence.

• Rotational Training Across Core Clinical and Operational Areas
  
  

Participate in structured rotations to gain exposure to all key clinical and interdisciplinary

Functions, Including But Not Limited To

• Nursing Services, including infection prevention and staff development
• MDS and Clinical Reimbursement
• Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI)
• Risk Management and Incident Investigation
• Survey Readiness and Regulatory Compliance
• Medical Services and Physician Collaboration
• Rehabilitation Services
• Social Services and Care Transitions
• Admissions and Clinical Intake
• Staffing, Scheduling, and Workforce Management
• Environmental Services and Life Safety Collaboration
• Pharmacy Services and Medication Management
• Other areas as required by program design
• Weekly Coaching and Development Planning
• Participate in structured weekly one-on-one coaching sessions with the DONIT
  
  

Preceptor.

• Review progress toward curriculum milestones, leadership competencies, and clinical
  
  

readiness.

• Align weekly activities with program deliverables, quality priorities, and center goals.
• Project-Based Learning and Clinical Impact
• Complete a Capstone Project during the program that delivers measurable
  
  

improvements in clinical quality, regulatory readiness, staff development, or resident

outcomes.

• Support center and POD-level clinical initiatives and performance improvement efforts.
• Present capstone outcomes and lessons learned to organization and program leadership.
• Leadership Development and Interdisciplinary Integration
• Attend leadership meetings, clinical councils, and training sessions alongside the
  
  

Preceptor and Future Leaders Program Director.

• Participate in interdisciplinary task groups and clinical strategy initiatives.
• Build competency in communication, systems thinking, staff engagement, and change
  
  

leadership.

• Regulatory and Compliance Acumen
• Gain comprehensive understanding of CMS regulations, Conditions of Participation, state
  
  

Nursing Requirements, HIPAA, OSHA, And Other Applicable Regulatory Frameworks.

• Demonstrate knowledge of survey processes, deficiency management, and corrective
  
  

action planning.

• Uphold ethical standards, personnel policies, and Genesis compliance expectations.
• Certification Requirement
• Director of Nursing Services-Certified (DNS-CT) credential through the American
  
  

Association of Post-Acute Care Nursing (AAPACN) or similar certification is

required.

• Certification must be obtained during the DONIT program or within a defined
  
  

timeframe established by the Future Leaders Program.

• Active participation in AAPACN coursework, preparation, and exam completion is
  
  

expected as part of program requirements.

• Self-Assessment, Feedback, and Mentorship
• Complete ongoing self-assessments related to clinical leadership, regulatory readiness,
  
  

and operational effectiveness.

• Engage in continuous feedback with the Preceptor, Administrator, and interdisciplinary
  
  

leadership team.

• Participate in formal mentorship and coaching check-ins with regional and national
  
  

clinical leaders.

• Demonstrated Readiness for Director of Nursing Role
• By program completion, demonstrate readiness to independently lead nursing services in
  
  

a Genesis skilled nursing center.

• Exhibit mastery in clinical operations, workforce leadership, compliance, quality
  
  

improvement, and resident safety.

• Completion of Future Leaders DONIT Program
• Successfully complete all six months of curriculum, rotations, and assigned Future
  
  

Leader Program requirements.

• Complete and present a Capstone Project that delivers measurable value to the center.
• Meet all established benchmarks and performance expectations through ongoing and final
  
  

evaluations.

Qualifications

• The Director of Nursing in Training must be a graduate of an accredited School of
  
  

Nursing,college or university with current registered nurse licensure by the State Board

of Nursing.

• A BSN is preferred for this position. If the candidate does not currently have a BSN, pursuit of
  
  

the degree within a reasonable period of time is strongly encouraged.

Benefits

• Variable compensation plans
• Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
• Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled employees and their immediate family members
• On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned
  
  

We Also Offer Several Voluntary Insurances Such As

• Pet Insurance
• Term and Whole Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Personal Accident
• Critical Illness
• Cancer Coverage
  
  

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range

USD $75,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr.