Director of Nursing (DON) / Clinical Operations Officer – RN

Maple Grove Senior Living | Shelbyville, Kentucky

Employment Type: Full-Time | Nursing Leadership

Join an Award-Winning Team That Makes a Difference!

Maple Grove Senior Living is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and results-driven Director of Nursing (DON) / Clinical Operations Officer to lead our nursing team in Shelbyville, Kentucky!

At Maple Grove, we believe exceptional clinical care begins with strong leadership, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to treating every elder with dignity and respect. We are looking for a nursing leader who inspires excellence, develops strong teams, and takes pride in creating an environment where both elders and employees thrive.

Our Awards & Recognition

• 2025 Best of Kentucky Award Recipient
• 4-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating
• Recognized by Maple Grove as Kentucky's Most Awarded Long-Term Care Community
• Proudly continuing a legacy of compassionate service in Shelby County dating back to 1901

Position Overview

The Director of Nursing (DON), internally designated as the Clinical Operations Officer, provides strategic and operational leadership for the nursing department. This position is responsible for clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, nursing workforce development, and quality resident outcomes.

Working closely with the Administrator and interdisciplinary leadership team, the DON promotes a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and person-centered care.

What You'll Do

Clinical Leadership & Quality

• Direct daily nursing operations to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate resident care.
• Oversee clinical assessments, individualized care plans, medication administration, and nursing documentation.
• Monitor clinical outcomes, quality measures, and performance indicators to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI), infection prevention, and resident safety initiatives.

Team Leadership & Development

• Recruit, mentor, coach, and develop nursing leadership and frontline clinical staff.
• Oversee nursing staffing, scheduling, workforce utilization, and departmental performance.
• Establish clear expectations, promote accountability, and foster a positive, supportive work environment.
• Partner with the Administrator to support employee engagement, retention, and operational goals.

Regulatory Compliance & Operations

• Ensure compliance with CMS regulations, Kentucky nursing facility requirements, and established clinical standards.
• Maintain survey readiness and lead clinical preparation, response, and corrective action efforts.
• Oversee incident investigations, clinical risk management, and required reporting.
• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacy, therapy, dietary, and other departments to coordinate comprehensive resident care.
• Participate in nursing budget management, resource planning, and operational improvement initiatives.

Why Join Maple Grove Senior Living?

• Competitive Leadership Compensation
• Full-Time Employment
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development & Career Advancement Opportunities
• Collaborative Executive and Clinical Leadership Team
• Opportunity to Lead Clinical Excellence in an Award-Winning Senior Living Community

Benefits are subject to eligibility and applicable plan provisions.

Lead With Purpose. Inspire Excellence. Make a Difference!

At Maple Grove Senior Living, our nursing leaders do more than oversee clinical operations. They empower their teams, advocate for our elders, and help create a community where compassionate care and clinical excellence go hand in hand.

If you're an experienced RN leader who is passionate about developing people, improving outcomes, and making a lasting difference, we encourage you to apply today!

Apply Today!

Maple Grove Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Kentucky, or eligibility to practice in Kentucky under an applicable Nurse Licensure Compact privilege.
• Minimum 5 years of professional nursing experience.
• Minimum 1–2 years of nursing management or supervisory experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Working knowledge of CMS regulations, Kentucky long-term care requirements, and nursing facility survey processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead nursing operations, manage staffing, and maintain clinical accountability.
• Experience with resident assessments, care planning, medication management, infection prevention, and clinical documentation.
• Strong understanding of QAPI, quality measures, incident investigations, and corrective action processes.
• Excellent communication, decision-making, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and standard Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to respond to clinical emergencies and provide leadership support outside regular business hours as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing experience in skilled nursing or long-term care.
• Experience leading successful regulatory surveys and quality improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with MDS, Five-Star Quality Rating measures, and nursing staffing performance metrics.
• Proven success improving employee retention, clinical outcomes, and resident satisfaction.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, and move throughout the community during the workday.
• Ability to perform clinical assessments and assist with resident care when necessary.
• Ability to lift, move, push, or pull up to 50 pounds as required by essential job duties and established safe-handling procedures.
• Ability to perform computer-based administrative work and maintain accurate clinical records.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.