The Director of Nursing (DON) is a registered nurse responsible for the overall management of the nursing department, including staffing, policy development, and resident safety
Job Summary
The Director of Nursing (DON) is a registered nurse responsible for the overall management of the nursing department, including staffing, policy development, and resident safety.
Key responsibilities include recruiting, hiring, and training nursing staff, coordinating pharmacy services, and acting as a liaison between the facility, physicians, and family members.
The role involves direct resident care as needed, participation in QA and state surveys, and managing departmental budgets and regulations.
Matching Summary
The Director of Nursing (DON) is a registered nurse responsible for the overall management of the nursing department, including staffing, policy development, and resident safety.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Nursing department management
Develop nursing policies
Resident safety and respect
Staff recruitment and training
Pharmacy services coordination
Liaison with physicians and families
Department budgeting and reporting
Nice-to-have
Maintain employee confidentiality
Active participation in surveys
Problem resolution and disciplinary actions
Key Requirements
Graduation from Accredited School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred
Registered Nurse license
7 years nurse management experience preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Suite and Point Click Care