Director of Nursing (DON)

Marquis Health Consulting Services North End, MA 02109, US

$120,000 - $200,000 / year

Join our team at Marquis Health Consulting as a Director of Nursing.

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Full-time opportunities available

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$120k-$200k/year

At Marquis Health Consulting, we believe that exceptional nursing leadership is the foundation of safe, compassionate, and high-quality resident care. Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence, the Director of Nursing provides clinical leadership, direction, and oversight to ensure the delivery of person-centered care that honors the dignity and well-being of every resident.

Responsibilities for Director of Nursing:

Develop and implement a comprehensive staffing plan that reflects the department's clinical needs and supports safe, high-quality resident care.
Conduct regular rounds to monitor, evaluate, and enhance the quality of nursing care delivered throughout the facility.
Build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with residents, family members, staff, and the interdisciplinary medical team.
Partner closely with the Administrator to ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care that aligns with organizational goals and resident needs.
Develop, implement, manage, and evaluate departmental policies and procedures in accordance with current federal, state, and regulatory requirements.
Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to nursing staff to promote professional growth, teamwork, and clinical excellence.
Oversee quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives to ensure continuous enhancement of nursing services.
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and clinical standards governing nursing care facilities.

Qualifications for Director of Nursing:

Must possess a current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment.
A nursing degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital, nursing care center, or other related healthcare setting required.
Experience in supervision, leadership, and staff development required.
Experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices strongly preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with residents, families, staff, and external agencies.
Comprehensive knowledge of nursing practices, healthcare regulations, and standards applicable to long-term care settings.

Our Core Values in Action

Passion – Leading with dedication and compassion to ensure residents receive exceptional, individualized nursing care.

Respect – Fostering trust, dignity, and collaboration in every interaction with residents, families, and team members.

Excellence – Upholding the highest standards of clinical practice, compliance, and leadership to drive outstanding resident outcomes.

Benefits of the Director of Nursing:

Tuition reimbursement
Employee referral bonus
Health, vision, and dental benefits
401(k) with match
Employee engagement and culture committee
Company-sponsored life insurance
Employee assistance program (EAP) resources

The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Range: $120k-200k / per year

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