Director of Nursing (DON) in Training

Oakland County, MI

10 days ago

Job Description

Finding the right future Director of Nursing is about more than filling a position. It is an opportunity to invest in a clinical leader who has the experience, drive, and commitment to quality care needed to lead a skilled nursing team successfully.

Director of Nursing (DON) in Training
Location: Oakland County, Michigan

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse in long-term care who is ready to take the next step in your leadership career?
We are seeking a highly motivated Director of Nursing (DON) in Training to join our leadership team. This unique opportunity is designed for a Registered Nurse with strong clinical and leadership experience who is passionate about advancing into a Director of Nursing role.

Through an extensive 6-month structured training program, you will work directly with experienced nursing leaders and receive hands-on training in every aspect of nursing operations, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and clinical leadership. Upon successful completion of the program, the goal is for you to transition into a Director of Nursing position within our organization.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited professional nursing program with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree, or higher, and a superior level of knowledge in nursing management in order to manage resident care, and manage large and diverse groups of nursing personnel.
Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Michigan.
Currently working in a Long-Term Care/Skilled Nursing Facility
Minimum of 3 years of experience in one or more of the following roles:
- MDS Coordinator
- Infection Preventionist/ICP
- Unit Manager
- Similar nursing leadership position
Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and clinical operations
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Desire to grow into an executive nursing leadership role

What You'll Learn
Our comprehensive training program provides real-world experience and mentorship in:
Clinical Leadership & Operations

Nursing department management
Clinical oversight and resident care management
Staffing management and scheduling
Recruitment, retention, and staff development
Budget awareness and operational planning

Regulatory Compliance & Survey Readiness

State and federal nursing home regulations
Survey preparation and mock survey processes
Managing the survey process from start to finish
Developing and implementing plans of correction
Preparing for and leading state revisits

Quality & Performance Improvement

Quality Measures (QMs)
Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI)
Clinical auditing and monitoring
Infection prevention and control programs
Risk management strategies

Investigations & Reporting

Conducting internal investigations
Abuse, neglect, and incident investigations
Reportable event identification and state reporting requirements
Documentation and regulatory compliance standards

Leadership Development

Coaching and developing nursing teams
Conflict resolution
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
Effective communication with residents, families, physicians, and regulators

What We Offer

Structured 6-month Director of Nursing development program
One-on-one mentorship from experienced nursing leaders
Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization
Competitive compensation and benefits
The opportunity to build a rewarding long-term leadership career

Ready to Lead?
If you are an ambitious long-term care nurse with leadership experience and a passion for quality care, we invite you to take the next step toward becoming a Director of Nursing. Apply today and begin your journey toward nursing leadership excellence.
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