Director of Nursing Services

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to build upon this legacy and lead our nursing team into the future. At the heart of our organization is a team-oriented philosophy, where every team member's voice is valued, and collaboration is essential to achieving the best possible outcomes for our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and administrative supervision of all nursing staff, including nurse managers and direct caregivers.
• Develop, implement, and review comprehensive resident care plans that address individual medical and psychosocial needs.
• Ensure compliance with long-term care regulations, Medicare guidelines, HIPAA privacy standards, and all applicable federal and Massachusetts state regulations.
• Oversee documentation review processes within electronic health record (EHR) systems to ensure accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality of medical records.
• Manage nursing staff schedules to maintain appropriate staffing levels while optimizing operational efficiency.
• Supervise the administration of medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and regulatory requirements.
• Lead quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives by analyzing clinical data, including:
• Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments
• Resident outcomes
• Incident reports
• Facilitate effective communication among interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, social workers, residents, and families, to ensure coordinated, resident-centered care.
• Conduct regular audits of medical records and clinical documentation to ensure compliance with documentation review protocols.
• Stay current with evolving long-term care regulations and update policies and procedures as necessary to maintain accreditation and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Active Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Several years of progressive leadership experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Care (LTC) setting.
• Strong knowledge of:
• Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) regulations
• State survey processes
• Clinical operations within long-term care
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor, support, and lead a collaborative nursing team.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)