Director of Nursing (RN)

Full-time opportunity available. Rate range based on experience: $160K-180K.

About the role

At Kearsley, we believe that exceptional nursing leadership is the foundation of safe, compassionate, and high-quality resident care. Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence, the Director of Nursing provides clinical leadership, direction, and oversight to ensure the delivery of person-centered care that honors the dignity and well-being of every resident.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive staffing plan that reflects the department's clinical needs and supports safe, high-quality resident care.
• Conduct regular rounds to monitor, evaluate, and enhance the quality of nursing care delivered throughout the facility.
• Build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with residents, family members, staff, and the interdisciplinary medical team.
• Partner closely with the Administrator to ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care that aligns with organizational goals and resident needs.
• Develop, implement, manage, and evaluate departmental policies and procedures in accordance with current federal, state, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to nursing staff to promote professional growth, teamwork, and clinical excellence.
• Oversee quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives to ensure continuous enhancement of nursing services.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and clinical standards governing nursing care facilities.

Requirements

• Must possess a current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment (PA).
• A nursing degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital, nursing care center, or other related healthcare setting required.
• Experience in supervision, leadership, and staff development required.
• Experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with residents, families, staff, and external agencies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of nursing practices, healthcare regulations, and standards applicable to long-term care settings.

Core Values

• Passion – Leading with dedication and compassion to ensure residents receive exceptional, individualized nursing care.
• Respect – Fostering trust, dignity, and collaboration in every interaction with residents, families, and team members.
• Excellence – Upholding the highest standards of clinical practice, compliance, and leadership to drive outstanding resident outcomes.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus
• Health, vision, and dental benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Employee engagement and culture committee
• Company-sponsored life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP) resources