Director of Nursing (DON) - Long-Term Care | Day Shift | St. Ignace, MI

Director of Nursing (DON)
St. Ignace, Michigan

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Director of Nursing (DON) to lead nursing services, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote exceptional resident-centered care. This role works closely with staff, residents, and families and plays a key leadership role in facility operations.

Compensation & Schedule:

• Starting Salary: $90,000 (dependent on experience).
• Start: 2/9/2026.
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 5 days/week.
• Hours: 8-hour shifts.
• Weekend Requirements: TBD.
• On-Call: None.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all nursing services to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care.
• Direct resident assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and address quality-of-care concerns.
• Supervise, support, and evaluate RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and nurse leaders.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and mentor nursing staff.
• Promote teamwork, professionalism, and a positive work culture.
• Address performance issues and conduct disciplinary actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Prepare for and lead surveys, inspections, and audits.
• Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures.
• Lead Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Promote infection control, safety, and risk management programs.
• Ensure ongoing staff education, training, and competency validation.
• Stay current with best practices in long-term care nursing.

Required Qualifications:

• Active Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) License (verified via Nursys).
• Associate Degree in Nursing (required).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (highly preferred).
• BLS Certification (required).
• ACLS Certification.
• Prior experience as a Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing.
• Minimum 3-5 years of nursing experience.
• Strong servant leadership and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations and standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Matrix EMR.
• Infection Preventionist Certification.
  (or willingness to obtain within 6 months - CMS program provided at no cost).

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation.
• Blue Cross / Blue Shield medical plans.
• Dental & Vision coverage.
• Prescription drug plans.
• Generous paid time off.
• Defined pension retirement program.