Director of Nursing (DON)

Director of Nursing (DON) New York Nursing Group Cohoes, NY Job Details Full-time $120,000 - $160,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Nursing department supervision Skilled nursing facility experience Long term care experience Long-term care regulations Clinical compliance checks RN License Quality of care (regulatory compliance area) Clinical audit and monitoring Team development Regulatory readiness in healthcare Clinical team leadership Team motivation (leadership skill) Full Job Description Tired of inheriting broken buildings and being expected to fix everything overnight? This is not that role. We're working with a high-performing skilled nursing facility in the Cohoes, NY area that already has structure, staff, and systems in place. They're looking for a Director of Nursing (DON) who can step in, take ownership, and continue driving strong clinical outcomes. If you know how to run a building and want the support to actually do it, this is worth a conversation.

Compensation:

$120,000-$160,000 DOE + full benefits What you'll take ownership of: Full oversight of nursing operations and clinical performance Leading, coaching, and developing your nursing team Driving survey readiness and maintaining compliance proactively Partnering directly with administration on staffing, metrics, and quality outcomes What makes this different: Stable building — not a turnaround opportunity Leadership that supports and empowers their DON No micromanagement, no constant fire drills Resources and systems already in place so you can focus on execution

Benefits & Perks:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance options 401(k) with company match Paid time off and paid holidays What you need: Active NY RN license Prior Director of Nursing experience in a skilled nursing facility Strong understanding of surveys, regulations, and clinical operations Ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and build strong culture Confidential search. If you're interested in learning more, reach out directly.