Director of Nursing (DON)

Location:

Trillium Place

PAY RANGE

$120,000 to $135,000/annually

Current Opening:

Full-time (EXEMPT) Participates in staffing on-call and as Manager-on-Duty The Director of Nursing provides leadership to the Healthcare Department to ensure that Tandem Living's standards, policies, and procedures are upheld, and that supportive, person‑directed care is consistently delivered. This position will be performed in accordance with

TANDEM LIVING

Core Values, Mission Statement, and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Current Pennsylvania license to practice as a Registered Nurse. Five (5) years of experience as an RN Charge Nurse/Supervisor or previous DON experience, preferably in a CCRC. Basic computer skills required; proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook. Maintains current, in‑person, American Heart Association-approved hands‑on BLS certification.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

Develops written policies, procedures, and standards, with particular attention to quality‑of‑life and quality‑of‑care issues. Clearly communicates these policies and standards to all nursing staff and ensures follow‑through using appropriate accountability measures. Performs key management functions, including interviewing prospective employees; monitoring the performance appraisal process; resolving staff concerns in consultation with the Director of HR; addressing morale issues; monitoring Trillium Place staffing needs; addressing turnover concerns; conducting monthly RN, LPN, and CNA meetings; ensuring appropriate RN supervision; maintaining high visibility; providing budget input with attention to cost‑containment; and maintaining all required departmental documentation. Addresses significant family concerns, issues, or problems in consultation with the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA). Strategically plans, prioritizes, organizes, implements, and delegates responsibilities with a high degree of accuracy, ensuring attention to both quality of care and quality of life. Establishes antibiotic stewardship standards to ensure antibiotics are prescribed only when appropriate. Coordinates with the Antibiotic Stewardship Task Force, Infection Prevention, and physicians regarding policies and procedures related to antibiotic use.

BENEFITS

At

TANDEM LIVING

we value the wellbeing of all of our team members and offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package!

Benefits may include:

Five-star facility rating by CMS Deficiency-free status from the PA Department of Health Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement, Scholarship, and Advancement Programs Paid Time Off Company-paid Life Insurance Access to our Wellness Center and Pool at no charge to the employee