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Leadership - Director of Nursing (DON)

MedlinkHealth Anesthesia

Saint Ignace, MI • On-site

$90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Starting Salary: $90,000 Range (Dependent upon experience)
Facility is a long term care center is a 48 bed skilled nursing facility located at 1140 North State Street as part of the hospital campus in St. Ignace.  It is an Eden Alternative Certified Community and also a CMS 5-Star Rated Nursing Home! Services include: dual license for both skilled and basic care, long-term care as well as short-term rehab care, accommodations for residents requiring Hospice Care, nursing care, restorative care, activities and Social Services. The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating all nursing services in a nursing home or long-term care facility. The DON ensures high-quality resident care, compliance with federal and state regulations, and effective leadership of nursing staff. This position is very hands on, working directly with our staff, residents and family members.
The Director of Nursing responsibilities include the following, but are not limited to:
  • Oversee all nursing services to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate resident care.
  • Ensure proper assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation of resident care.
  • Monitor resident outcomes and address quality-of-care concerns.
  • Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Supervise and support nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and nurse managers).
  • Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and evaluate nursing staff.
  • Promote teamwork, professionalism, and a positive work environment.
  • Address staff performance issues and conduct disciplinary actions when necessary.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., CMS, state health departments).
  • Prepare for and participate in surveys, inspections, and audits.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures consistent with regulations.
  • Lead quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., CMS, state health departments).
  • Prepare for and participate in surveys, inspections, and audits.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures consistent with regulations.
  • Lead quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
  • Ensure ongoing education, training, and competency evaluations for nursing staff.
  • Stay current with best practices in long-term care nursing.
  • Promote infection control, safety, and risk management programs.

Besides offering competitive wages, they also offer an excellent benefits package for our full and part time team members, which includes affordable Blue Cross/ Blue Shield Health, Dental and Vision plans, prescription drug plans, generous paid time off, and a defined pension program for your retirement.
Requirements:
  • Strong servant leadership and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, serve as a positive role model.
  • Knowledge of long-term care regulations and standards.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Active Michigan Registered Nurse License (Verified by Nursys). - [REQUIRED] [DOCUMENT]
  • Associate Degree in Nursing. - [REQUIRED]
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. - [HIGHLY PREFERRED]
  • Current Basic Life Support Certification - [REQUIRED] [DOCUMENT]
  • Prior experience as a Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing - [REQUIRED]
  • At least 3 - 5 years of nursing experience. - [REQUIRED]
  • Infection Preventionist Certification (or obtain within 6 months of hire, free program offered through CMS) 
  • Experience in Matrix EMR. - [HIGHLY PREFERRED]

Certification Requirements:
  • ACLS
  • BLS

State License Requirements:
  • Michigan

Additional License Requirements:
  • Michigan RN license must be active at time of submission.