Director of Nursing (DON)

Director of Nursing (DON)

Are you a skilled and compassionate nursing leader ready to make a meaningful impact in long-term care? We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to oversee the nursing department at a long-term care and rehabilitation center at TLC Nursing Center. This is a unique opportunity to join a team committed to providing exceptional care in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide leadership and direction to nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and enhance patient safety.
• Oversee the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Monitor patient outcomes and quality indicators, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing best practices.
• Mentor, guide, and support nursing staff to foster professional growth and development.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and social workers to coordinate patient care and optimize health outcomes.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels and manage nursing schedules to meet patient care needs.
• Participate in performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and staff training initiatives.
• Serve as a liaison between staff, residents, and families to facilitate communication and resolve concerns effectively.

Qualifications :

What We Offer :

If you are a dynamic nursing professional who thrives in a leadership role and is passionate about improving the lives of residents, we encourage you to apply. Join a team dedicated to making a positive difference every day.

Apply now to take the next step in your career as a Director of Nursing.

Background Checks :

As part of our employment process, all candidates may be subject to a background check. This check may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, employment verification, education verification, and reference checks. The information obtained through these background checks will be used solely for the purpose of evaluating your suitability for employment with TLC Nursing Center. Any discrepancies or false information provided by the candidate may result in disqualification from consideration for employment or termination if already employed. By applying for employment, you consent to the background check process as outlined above.

Drug Screening :

TLC Nursing Center is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. As such, all candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to undergo drug screening. Drug screening may include testing for illegal substances as well as certain prescription medications that may impair job performance or safety. Refusal to undergo drug screening or testing positive for prohibited substances may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. By applying for employment, you consent to the drug screening process as outlined above.

Notice of Nondiscrimination :

TLC Nursing Center does not exclude, deny benefits to, or otherwise discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, or age in admission to, participation in, or receipt of the services and benefits of any of its activities or in employment, whether carried out directly by TLC Nursing Center or through a contractor or any other entity with whom it arranges to carry out its programs and activities.

This statement is in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (45 C.F.R. Part 80), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (45 C.F.R. Part 84), and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (45 C.F.R. Part 91).

Confidentiality :

All information obtained through the background check and drug screening process will be kept confidential and used solely for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for employment with TLC Nursing Center.

Legal Compliance :

Please note that the background check and drug screening policies may be subject to additional requirements or variations based on local, state, or federal laws.

Please note : This disclaimer is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract of employment. Policies and procedures regarding background checks and drug screenings may vary by jurisdiction and are subject to change at the discretion of TLC Nursing Center.