TN - Director of Nursing (DON)

About Abby Care

Aby Care is building the leading AI-native platform for family-led care. America faces a growing care crisis, with millions needing care at home but lacking the tools, training, or recognition they deserve. Abby Care believes families are the largest untapped caregiving workforce and that technology can help them deliver better care.

Director of Nursing

We are seeking a passionate nursing leader to join Abby Care as a Director of Nursing. This is a Full-Time Hybrid position located in Nashville, TN. The Director of Nursing (DON) leads and directs clinical operations within the home health sector, ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient care, regulatory compliance, and staff performance.

• Strategic Leadership and Vision:
• Develop clinical strategies supporting Abby Care's mission for children and families with special needs and chronic illnesses.
• Collaborate with leadership to set goals, evaluate outcomes, and improve quality.
• Foster a culture of accountability, learning, and excellence within clinical teams.
• Operational Oversight:
• Manage daily clinical operations, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Align staffing and resource allocation with organizational needs to support optimal patient care.
• Lead quality assurance programs and compliance efforts to maintain clinical efficacy and patient safety.
• Clinical Excellence and Quality of Care:
• Ensure clinical staff adhere to evidence-based practices and regulatory standards.
• Oversee patient care delivery to uphold excellence, ethics, and compassion.
• Lead performance reviews and professional development for Clinical Nurse Managers and their teams, fostering continuous growth.
• Team Management and Development:
• Mentor Clinical Nurse Managers, providing tools for effective leadership and professional growth.
• Hold leadership meetings to evaluate team performance, address challenges, and implement improvement plans.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies to build a strong, resilient clinical team.
• Patient Advocacy and Family-Centered Care:
• Advocate for patient- and family-centered care, ensuring compassionate and responsive interactions.
• Address patient and family concerns with professionalism, providing solutions to enhance satisfaction.
• Cultivate a welcoming, empathetic environment for all patients and families under Abby Care’s supervision.
• Financial and Resource Management:
• Collaborate with finance to develop, monitor, and manage the clinical budget to align with organizational priorities.
• Implement cost-effective practices without compromising patient care quality, optimizing the use of resources and staff.
• Compliance and Regulatory Adherence:
• Ensure all clinical practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations, and maintain comprehensive documentation.
• Lead quality audits and coordinate with compliance to address findings, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Stay informed of changes in healthcare regulations, guiding staff through policy updates and maintaining full compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s in Nursing (MSN) preferred.
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Tennessee, with multi-state/compact state eligibility if applicable.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in a clinical setting.
• Must reside in Greater Nashville Area with a valid driver’s license.
• Effective communication and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages that reflect the value you bring.
• Comprehensive health coverage that works for you.
• Generous paid time off.
• Financial savings benefits to support your future.
• Paid parental leave to support your growing family.

Our Values

• Families First
• Urgency with Precision
• Relentlessly Resourceful
• Purpose with Positivity
• Driven to Redefine What’s Possible

Compensation Range

$110K - $140K