Job Summary:
The Director of Nursing (DON) oversees all nursing operations within the facility, ensuring high standards of patient care, regulatory compliance, and staff performance. The DON provides leadership, strategic direction, and clinical oversight while promoting a safe, efficient, and patient-centered environment.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead nursing staff, including hiring, training, and evaluations

• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations

• Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures

• Monitor quality of patient care and clinical outcomes

• Manage staffing schedules and workforce planning

• Oversee infection control and safety programs

• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams

• Handle audits, surveys, and accreditation processes

• Manage departmental budgets and resource allocation

• Support staff development and continuing education