Director of Nursing (DON) – Skilled Nursing Facility
Location: Denton, MD
Nestled on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Denton offers a perfect mix of small-town charm and modern convenience. With easy access to the Chesapeake Bay, scenic outdoor recreation, historic sites, and a welcoming community, Denton is a wonderful place to live and work. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life, excellent schools, and close proximity to both the Delaware beaches and the cultural attractions of Annapolis and Baltimore.
The Position: As the Director of Nursing (DON), you will provide strategic and hands-on leadership to the nursing team, ensuring the highest quality of care for residents. You will foster a culture of respect, accountability, and continuous improvement while driving clinical excellence and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced post-acute and long-term care environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all clinical operations to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the nursing team to deliver compassionate, resident-centered care.
- Drive Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives to enhance outcomes.
- Conduct regular rounds, audits, and evaluations of nursing care and resident records.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve care planning and outcomes.
- Develop, implement, and update nursing policies, procedures, and educational programs.
- Serve as a clinical resource, providing coaching and mentoring to nursing staff.
- Maintain accurate clinical and administrative records, ensuring efficient reporting systems.
Qualifications:
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland (or compact state license).
- BSN or MSN strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of progressive nursing leadership experience in post-acute or long-term care.
- Proven expertise in geriatric nursing and regulatory compliance.
- Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing clinical and operational needs with innovative solutions.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary range: $115,000 – $123,000 per year.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Long and Short Term Disability Insurance
- Term or Whole Life Insurance Coverage Options
- Hospital Insurance
- 401(k) with employer contributions.
- PTO Program: 112 Hours (First 2 Years, Increases Exponentially) With Ability to Roll Over 20 Hours Per Year
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
- Employee referral program and career development opportunities.
Apply HERE or Send Resume to Katie@theipgteam.com
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