Director of Nursing - DSL Evergreen Commons Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Director of Nursing (RN) | Skilled Nursing Facility

Evergreen Commons Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking an experienced, motivated, and resident-focused Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing team. As the clinical leader of our 242-bed skilled nursing facility , you will oversee nursing operations for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care while fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and compassionate care.

If you are an experienced nurse leader looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of all nursing services and clinical operations.

• Direct, organize, and evaluate resident care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and facility regulations.

• Lead Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives, audits, and corrective action plans.

• Maintain survey readiness and support successful Department of Health surveys.

• Mentor, coach, and develop nursing leaders and staff while promoting accountability and professional growth.

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure exceptional resident outcomes.

• Oversee and partner with two Assistant Directors of Nursing (ADONs) to support daily clinical operations.

• Promote a positive, resident-centered culture focused on quality care and customer service.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in geriatric or long-term care nursing.

• At least two (2) years of progressive nursing leadership or nursing administration experience.

• Experience with New York State Department of Health surveys and regulatory compliance preferred.

• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Employer-paid life insurance

• 401(k) with employer contributions

• Generous paid vacation, personal, and sick time

• Annual payout of unused sick time

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Supportive leadership team and collaborative work environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

Join a team committed to clinical excellence and compassionate care. At Evergreen Commons, you’ll have the opportunity to lead an exceptional nursing team while making a lasting difference in the lives of our residents every day.

Apply today to become our next Director of Nursing!

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