Registered Nurse - Director of Nursing (DON)

At Pines Nursing & Rehab, we recognize our center's challenges in recent years. Over the past year, we've actively worked to rebuild and strengthen our philosophy and culture, starting with our leadership, ensuring compassionate, dignified, and respectful care returns as the heart of our community.

As Director of Nursing, you'll lead this ongoing transformation. This is a role for someone who thrives on inspiring others, mentoring clinical teams, and setting a clear standard of excellence in care. Your leadership will shape not only the day-to-day experience of our residents but also the growth and success of the team around you.

As a senior member of the clinical leadership team, the Director of Nursing allows for the opportunity to positively impact the lives of those we care for and work with.

Director of Nursing Responsibilities:
Knowledge of Long-Term Care Regulations
Promotes an atmosphere of respect, professional growth, and encouragement for all nursing staff members
Directs and implements a continuous Quality Improvement program for nursing
Recognizes areas requiring improvement and uses successful methodology to identify and implement change
Plans for appraisal of nursing care by making rounds, conducting a regular review of resident's records, and evaluating resident care.
Participates in implementing an effective system of clinical and administrative nursing records and reports
Authors policies and procedures
Assumes responsibility for developing, implementing, and evaluating a staffing plan
Serves as a professional and educational resource and provides structured coaching/mentoring activities
Develops ongoing in-service training programs

Qualifications:

A BSN/BS in Nursing (preferred); MSN (preferred)

Licensed Registered Nurse

3 years of progressive nursing leadership within a post acute care center

Experience in geriatric nursing or gerontology and dementia care (preferred).

Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid time off
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Life insurance
Referral program

This organization does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of ancestry, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, military status, veteran status, or disability. No question on the application is intended to secure information to be used for such discrimination. This application will be given every consideration, however its receipt does not imply employment for the applicant.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Geriatrics
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Experience:
Long term care: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:
RN License (Required)

Ability to Commute:
Easton, MD 21601 (Required)

Work Location: In person