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Dakotaregional

Director of Nursing (DON)

Dakotaregional, Bismarck, North Dakota, United States

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Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and compassionate

Director of Nursing

to lead and oversee all nursing services within our long-term care facility. The DON is responsible for ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, staff leadership, and effective clinical operations.

Qualifications

Nursing degree from an accredited college or university

Active, unrestricted

RN license

in the practicing state

Minimum

3 years of nursing leadership/supervisory experience

such as

Charge Nurse, Unit Manager

Nurse Supervisor, Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), or similar role

in a hospital, nursing home, or related healthcare setting is preferred

Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and nursing practices

Key Responsibilities

Direct and manage all nursing department operations in compliance with state and federal regulations

Supervise, evaluate, and support nursing staff, including hiring and discipline

Ensure quality, compassionate resident care and adequate staffing coverage

Participate in admissions, care planning, QAPI, and interdisciplinary team meetings

Oversee infection control, incident reporting, and resident safety

Assist with surveys, audits, plans of correction, and regulatory inspections

Communicate with residents, families, physicians, and leadership to resolve concerns

Support budget planning and resource management

Serve in an administrative role in the absence of the Administrator

Skills & Work Requirements

Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills

Ability to work effectively with residents, families, staff, and regulatory agencies

Ability to manage a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions

On-call availability and flexibility for evenings, weekends, and emergencies

Long-term care facility setting

Exposure to infectious materials and healthcare-related hazards

Physical activity including walking, lifting, bending, and assisting residents

We look forward to welcoming a motivated individual who thrives in an administrative capacity and contributes positively to our team dynamics.

About the Company At Griggs County Care Center (GCCC) we seek to maximize the quality of life for our long-term care population. We are a smaller 44 bed facility. We strive to care for each resident through “person centered care.” Our interdisciplinary departments and compassionate team of caregivers work together with the resident and their families to make care plans that are as unique as the individual themselves.

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