Director of Nursing-Saginaw at Optalis Healthcare in Saginaw, MI

Director of Nursing-Saginaw

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Position Summary

Are you an experienced nursing leader looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact? Join our team as a Director of Nursing (DON) and lead our nursing department in providing exceptional, resident-centered care.

The Director of Nursing is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the nursing department while ensuring residents receive the highest practicable level of well-being. This position provides clinical leadership, develops and supports nursing staff, promotes quality outcomes, and ensures compliance with professional, state, and federal standards.

The DON serves as a key member of the facility leadership team and partners with the Administrator and interdisciplinary team to create a culture of quality, accountability, teamwork, and compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day operations of the nursing department.
• Ensure nursing practices comply with professional standards and state and federal regulations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain nursing policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Assess staffing needs and ensure appropriate staffing and scheduling based on resident needs and acuity.
• Provide leadership, coaching, mentoring, and support to ADONs, Nursing Supervisors, Charge Nurses, and CNAs.
• Participate in admissions, resident assessments, care planning, and interdisciplinary care conferences.
• Monitor nursing documentation and clinical records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Lead infection prevention and control initiatives.
• Support quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Coordinate nursing education and staff development programs.
• Promote survey readiness and assist with developing and implementing corrective action plans when needed.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Foster a positive work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and resident-centered care.
• Collaborate with facility leadership and interdisciplinary teams to support overall facility goals.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current, unrestricted RN license in the State of Michigan.
• Previous nursing leadership or supervisory experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing environment.
• Strong knowledge of geriatric nursing practices and skilled nursing regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and motivate nursing teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing.
• Advanced education, training, or certification in nursing leadership or management.
• Experience with survey preparation, infection prevention, and quality improvement programs.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Effective leadership and team-building abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Commitment to resident-centered care and quality outcomes.
• Strong sense of accountability, integrity, and professionalism.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, and respond to resident and facility needs.
• Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.
• Ability to assist with resident care and utilize appropriate equipment and assistance when lifting or transferring residents.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Why Join Us?

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Leadership opportunity with the ability to make a meaningful impact on resident care and staff development.
• Collaborative interdisciplinary work environment.
• Opportunity to grow and develop as a healthcare leader.
• Meaningful work focused on improving the lives of our residents.

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