Director of Nursing (DON), RN

Director of Nursing (DON, RN) - Full-Time $130,000-$140,000/year Greer, SC About Us Brushy Creek Post Acute is a beautiful 144-bed skilled nursing facility located next to the hospital in Greer, South Carolina. Our unique campus features 12 cottage-style homes (12 residents each), each with its own kitchen, as well as gardens and outdoor spaces for residents and staff to enjoy. We provide a highly structured and supportive environment, with on-site leadership available 24/7, making this an ideal place for nurses who value teamwork, consistency, and strong clinical support. What We Offer Competitive salary: $130,000-$140,000 annuallyMedical, dental, vision, and life insurance optionsCareer and educational growth opportunities401(k) with company matchPTO and sick paySupportive and team-oriented workplace cultureOpportunity to lead an experienced and dedicated clinical team Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON, RN) to lead our nursing department and oversee the delivery of quality resident care. The DON is responsible for managing clinical operations, supervising nursing staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining staffing levels, and fostering a culture of excellence throughout the facility. This role is vital in ensuring residents receive high-quality, compassionate care while supporting and developing a strong clinical team. Key Responsibilities Provide overall leadership and management of the nursing departmentDevelop, implement, and monitor nursing policies and proceduresEnsure resident safety and promote a culture of dignity, respect, and quality careHelp recruit, hire, onboard, train, and retain nursing staffMaintain appropriate staffing levels and oversee scheduling processesConduct employee evaluations, coaching, disciplinary action, and performance improvement activitiesDevelop and conduct clinical education and in-service training programsCoordinate pharmacy services and medication management processesServe as a liaison between physicians, residents, families, and the facilityCollaborate with all departments to promote exceptional resident outcomesParticipate in Quality Assurance (QA), Utilization Review, and Patient Care ConferencesCoordinate MDS processes and resident care planning activitiesDevelop and manage departmental budgets and reporting requirementsStay current with regulatory requirements and communicate updates appropriatelyLead survey readiness efforts and participate in state surveys and follow-up activitiesMaintain resident and employee confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulationsProvide direct resident care and clinical support as neededParticipate in on-call rotation and respond to facility needs after hours as necessary Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervises the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) and nursing leadership teamOversees the entire nursing department either directly or indirectlyResponsible for staff development, accountability, and department performance Qualifications Education & Experience Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in South CarolinaGraduate of an accredited School of NursingBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferredMinimum 7 years of nurse management experience preferredSkilled nursing or long-term care leadership experience strongly preferredProven experience managing clinical operations, staffing, budgets, and regulatory compliance Skills & Knowledge Strong knowledge of state and federal nursing home regulationsExperience with survey management and quality improvement initiativesProficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsExperience with PointClickCare (PCC) required/preferredStrong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skillsAbility to effectively lead interdisciplinary teams Licenses & Certifications Must maintain all required continuing education and licensure requirementsMust remain in good standing with the South Carolina Board of Nursing at all times We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.