Director of Nursing (DON), RN

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Director of Nursing (DON, RN) – Full-Time $100,000–$115,000/year + Bonus Opportunities Easley, SC Schedule: Monday–Friday with On-Call Responsibilities (Nights & Weekends as Needed) About Us Fleetwood Post Acute is a 102-bed skilled nursing facility located in Easley, South Carolina, just 15 minutes from the Greenville metro area. We are proud of our long-tenured team , with many employees serving more than 10 years, creating a stable, supportive, and collaborative environment focused on delivering exceptional care. Join a team where your leadership matters and become one of the familiar faces making a positive impact on the lives of our residents every day. What We Offer Competitive salary: $100,000–$115,000 annually Bonus opportunities Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options Career and educational growth opportunities 401(k) with company match Birthday PTO Supportive and team-oriented workplace culture Opportunity to lead an experienced and dedicated clinical team Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON, RN) to lead our nursing department and oversee the delivery of quality resident care. The DON is responsible for managing clinical operations, supervising nursing staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining staffing levels, and fostering a culture of excellence throughout the facility. This role is vital in ensuring residents receive high-quality, compassionate care while supporting and developing a strong clinical team. Key Responsibilities Provide overall leadership and management of the nursing department Develop, implement, and monitor nursing policies and procedures Ensure resident safety and promote a culture of dignity, respect, and quality care Help recruit, hire, onboard, train, and retain nursing staff Maintain appropriate staffing levels and oversee scheduling processes Conduct employee evaluations, coaching, disciplinary action, and performance improvement activities Develop and conduct clinical education and in-service training programs Coordinate pharmacy services and medication management processes Serve as a liaison between physicians, residents, families, and the facility Collaborate with all departments to promote exceptional resident outcomes Participate in Quality Assurance (QA), Utilization Review, and Patient Care Conferences Coordinate MDS processes and resident care planning activities Develop and manage departmental budgets and reporting requirements Stay current with regulatory requirements and communicate updates appropriately Lead survey readiness efforts and participate in state surveys and follow-up activities Maintain resident and employee confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations Provide direct resident care and clinical support as needed Participate in on-call rotation and respond to facility needs after hours as necessary Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervises the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) and nursing leadership team Oversees the entire nursing department either directly or indirectly Responsible for staff development, accountability, and department performance Qualifications Education & Experience Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Carolina Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred Minimum 7 years of nurse management experience preferred Skilled nursing or long-term care leadership experience strongly preferred Proven experience managing clinical operations, staffing, budgets, and regulatory compliance Skills & Knowledge Strong knowledge of state and federal nursing home regulations Experience with survey management and quality improvement initiatives Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) required/preferred Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills Ability to effectively lead interdisciplinary teams Licenses & Certifications Must maintain all required continuing education and licensure requirements Must remain in good standing with the South Carolina Board of Nursing at all times What Makes You a Great Fit Strong clinical and operational leadership abilities Passion for developing and mentoring nursing teams Commitment to quality outcomes and resident-centered care Confident decision-maker with excellent communication skills Organized, proactive, and solutions-focused Dedicated to building a positive culture for residents and staff alike We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.