Director of Nursing

Evergreen Commons Rehabilitation and Nursing Center East Greenbush, NY 12061, US

$130,000 - $150,000 / year

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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