Director of Nursing (DON) | Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

The ideal candidate is a hands-on nursing leader who is passionate about developing staff, improving clinical outcomes, maintaining regulatory excellence, and fostering a positive culture focused on resident care and team success

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Salary: $190,000 - $215,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a well-established healthcare organization committed to delivering exceptional resident care within a skilled nursing and rehabilitation environment. Our leadership team is focused on clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, staff development, and creating a culture centered on compassion, accountability, and quality outcomes.

We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead and oversee all nursing operations at our facility in the Queens, NY area.

Why join us?

Competitive compensation package ($190,000 - $215,000 DOE)
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Professional development and continuing education support
Strong executive leadership and organizational support
Employee recognition and appreciation programs
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident care and clinical outcomes
Long-term career growth within a stable healthcare organization

Job Details

Position: Director of Nursing (DON)
Location: Queens, NY
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Compensation: $190,000 - $215,000 annually, based on experience

Position Summary

The Director of Nursing is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and strategic direction of nursing services within a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting. This individual will partner closely with executive leadership and interdisciplinary teams to ensure exceptional resident care, maintain regulatory compliance, support staff development, and drive quality improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
Provide leadership and oversight of all nursing operations and clinical services
Ensure compliance with CMS, NYSDOH, and all applicable regulatory requirements
Maintain continuous survey readiness and support successful survey outcomes
Recruit, mentor, develop, and retain nursing staff
Establish clinical standards, education programs, and competency initiatives
Lead Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) efforts
Oversee infection prevention and control programs
Monitor staffing effectiveness, scheduling practices, and labor management
Collaborate with interdisciplinary leaders to improve resident outcomes and satisfaction
Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and resident-centered care
Serve as a visible and supportive clinical leader throughout the organization
Qualifications
Active New York Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
BSN preferred; ADN considered with relevant leadership experience
Minimum of 2+ years of nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care
Previous experience as a Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, Nurse Manager, or equivalent leadership role
Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, NYSDOH requirements, and long-term care operations
Proven success with regulatory compliance and survey management
Excellent communication, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Ability to build, motivate, and develop high-performing clinical teams
Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands-on nursing leader who is passionate about developing staff, improving clinical outcomes, maintaining regulatory excellence, and fostering a positive culture focused on resident care and team success.

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