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Director of Nursing
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A Director of Nursing manages and supervises all nursing staff at a hospital or long term care facility. Manages communications with physicians, manages budgets and expenses, and assists other administrators with managing operations. Monitors staff schedules and the quality of nursing care at the facility. Maintains professional license or certification requirements.
$112,812 / year median in Kentucky
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Director of Nursing (DON) Bowling Green Nursing & Rehabilitation Bowling Green, KY Are you an experienced nursing leader looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, resident-centered environment? Bowling Green Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our exceptional clinical team at our 66-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility . As our Director of Nursing, you will provide leadership, direction, and oversight for all nursing services while fostering a culture of clinical excellence, teamwork, accountability, and compassionate care. What You'll Do Lead and oversee all nursing operations to ensure exceptional resident care and regulatory compliance. Recruit, mentor, and develop nursing staff while promoting employee engagement and retention. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to achieve positive clinical outcomes. Monitor quality measures, infection prevention, risk management, and quality improvement initiatives. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Manage staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and departmental performance. Build positive relationships with residents, families, physicians, and community partners. Promote a culture of compassion, integrity, and continuous improvement. Qualifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Kentucky. Minimum of 3 years of nursing leadership experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting. Previous Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing experience preferred. Thorough knowledge of CMS regulations, survey process, and long-term care operations. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Passion for developing teams and delivering outstanding resident care. Why Join Bowling Green Nursing & Rehabilitation? Lead a close-knit team in a welcoming 66-bed community , where you can truly know your residents and staff. Opportunity to make a direct impact on clinical quality and resident satisfaction. Supportive leadership committed to your success. Competitive salary with performance incentives. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and continuing education opportunities. If you're a servant leader who thrives on mentoring others, improving clinical outcomes, and creating an exceptional experience for residents and employees alike, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to providing compassionate, quality care to the Bowling Green community.