Director of Nursing (DON)

Job DescriptionWhen you work at Shipley Living, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!!! Shipley Living is recruiting for Director of Nursing (DON). This role is responsible for the overall supervision, provision, and quality of nursing care in the Health Center and residential apartments. Heshe is responsible for the selection, training, discipline and supervision for all nursing related Health Center personnel. Heshe is responsible for the procurement of appropriate supplies and equipment and operating within the departmental budget. Here are a few of the daily responsibilities: Responsible for the development, organization and operation of nursing services and supportive services for the Health Center and residential apartments. Responsible for the coordination of nursing services for apartment and Health Center residents including the procurement of outside sources such as, Home Health Care Services, private duty, hospice, rehabilitation services, psychological, etc. necessary to ensure that residents' needs are met. Communicates and meets with outside consultants as necessary to assess and make recommendations for resident care needs. Responsible for the coordination and direction of the total planning for nursing services including recommendation through a staffing plan of the number and levels of licensed and certified nurses' aides to be employed. Develops and maintains an effective restorative care program in collaboration with therapy provider. Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Registered nurse with a current license in community's state. Two years experience in geriatric nursing andor B.S. Degree in nursing. Participation in professional organizations, dealing primarily in geriatrics preferred. Minimum of two years nursing administration experience, preferably in a long term care setting. NADONA certification Many roles in the community may require that we ask about your vaccination status. This could include MMR, chicken pox, hepatitis, flu and COVID-19 vaccine status. Please note that all employees are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination, or apply for and receive an approved exemption, as a condition of employment.If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!EEO Employer

Created: 2025-03-03