Director of Nursing (DON)
National Lutheran Communities & Services · Rockville, MD · Yesterday
Healthcare$120k–$150k/yrFull-time
What You'll Do
- Lead and develop the nursing leadership team and create a culture of accountability, engagement, and collaboration.
- Drive clinical quality, resident outcomes, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure strong nursing operations, staffing, regulatory compliance, and survey readiness.
- Use clinical, workforce, and operational data to identify trends and improve performance.
- Manage nursing labor and resources while balancing quality, workforce needs, and financial responsibility.
- Partner across disciplines to solve problems and continually improve the resident and team member experience.
What You'll Bring
- A current, unrestricted RN license.
- A degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
- At least five years of progressive nursing experience, including three years of nursing leadership or management experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, senior living, or a related healthcare environment.
- Strong clinical judgment and knowledge of regulatory requirements, quality improvement, and nursing operations.
- A leadership style centered on developing people, setting clear expectations, and creating accountability.
- Comfort with technology, data, and evolving digital and AI-enabled tools.
- The agility to lead effectively through changing priorities and complex situations.
Why Us?
- We are a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organization where you can influence more than clinical operations.
- You'll have the opportunity to shape nursing culture, develop the next generation of nursing leaders, and work alongside leaders who believe quality resident care and a strong employee experience go hand in hand.
Benefits
- A comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and life outside of work, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement savings plan with employer contribution.
- Paid time off.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Employee assistance and wellness resources.
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
Pay
Salary Range: $120,000–$150,000 annually, based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors.
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