Director of Nursing DON

Director of Nursing (DON)

• Poughkeepsie, New York The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at River Valley is seeking an experienced and skilled Director of Nursing (DON) to join our team! As a DON, you will be responsible for overseeing the nursing operations of our facility, including resident care, regulatory compliance, staffing, and clinical services. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic and patient-centered environment.

About the Role

The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at River Valley, now managed by Highbridge Healthcare, is a network of high-profile, state-of-the-art facilities designed for advanced rehabilitation and nursing. Our team is deeply ingrained in our local communities, bringing all-inclusive healthcare closer to home. As a DON, you will be part of a team that prioritizes patient-centered care and commits to excellence in every aspect of our services.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance on best clinical practices to the clinical leadership team Collaborate with regional and local clinical staff to establish quarterly and annual performance improvement goals and write quarterly QAPI plans Support and facilitate company values, practice standards, and ethics policies and procedures Conduct routine mock surveys and survey preparation to ensure compliance Act as mentor and coach for ADON and Unit Managers to ensure success at the facility Manage costs, ensure compliance with policies/procedures, and uphold State/Federal regulations and current standards of practice Requirements: Current New York State RN license required Minimum of five (5) years of experience in long-term care nursing management role Knowledge and understanding of regulatory processes Ability to educate and train staff on State and Federal regulations Complete knowledge and understanding of the functions of a long-term care facility Excellent Communication Skills required Evidence of advanced leadership skills and supervision Microsoft Office proficiency We Offer: Premium compensation package based on experience: $130,000 - $160,000 ANNUALLY Comprehensive benefits package (details to be provided) Professional growth and stability in a dynamic organization We are an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/V If you are a motivated and experienced nursing professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.