We are seeking an attentive and knowledgeable Director of Nursing (DON) who will ensure the nursing department provides consistent, attentive, and efficient care to our patients. With a proactive and hands-on approach, the DON will execute and follow state regulations stemming from prior knowledge, strong clinical management, leadership and team building skills.

Director of Nursing applicant: The ideal candidate joins us with a minimum of 2 years experiences as a DON or ADON in a Long-Term Care facility. In addition to experience, we are looking for a candidate who will:

· Lead daily operations for the nursing department, ensuring all nursing personnel are performing productively and efficiently at all times

· Set and track departmental standards and goals

· Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures

· Supervise, train, and evaluate nursing staff ensuring a strong team

· Communicate effectively and have strong written and verbal communication skills

· Set the nursing schedule

· Provide direct patient care when necessary

· Investigate and utilize plan of action for patient complaints

· Collaborate with physicians and administrators cross functionally

· Oversee the department’s budget

· Design and manage continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives

· Develop strong relationships with patients and their families and has an excellent bedside manner

· Use popular software, including medical database, research, diagnosis, billing, scheduling, and telemedicine software

· Work calmly in high-pressure situations

Benefits: Health insurance, paid time off, sick time & bonuses

Education and Experience Requirements:

· A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required

· A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) is strongly preferred

· At least 2 years of management experience in Long-Term Care preferred

· Must have an active registered nurse (RN) or nurse practitioner (NP) license in New Jersey

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $97,587.48 - $131,887.45 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center
• Skilled nursing facility

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Nursing administration: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• RN License (Required)

Work Location: In person