Nursing Home DON - Western New York

Director of Nursing (DON) – Nursing Home | Western New York

Full-Time | Permanent | Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care

Salary: $100,000–$130,000 annually

Are you an experienced nursing home leader ready to take the next step in your career?

K.A. Recruiting is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) for an established skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Western New York!

Previous DON experience is NOT required! Experienced Assistant Directors of Nursing (ADONs), Nurse Managers, and Nursing Supervisors with strong nursing home backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Position Highlights

• Permanent, full-time nursing leadership opportunity

• Oversee a nursing department of approximately 60 employees

• Established management support, including an ADON, nursing supervisors, unit manager, and staffing coordinator

• Relocation assistance available

• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), PTO, and tuition reimbursement

• Professional development and continuing education opportunities

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily nursing operations within a skilled nursing/long-term care facility

• Ensure compliance with state and federal nursing home regulations

• Supervise and develop nursing staff and management personnel

• Maintain high standards of resident care, safety, and clinical quality

• Coordinate staffing, employee training, performance evaluations, and departmental operations

• Collaborate with facility administration and interdisciplinary teams

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with an active New York license or ability to obtain appropriate NY licensure before starting

• Previous nursing home/skilled nursing leadership experience required

• Prior management or supervisory experience required

• Strong understanding of long-term care regulations and nursing operations

• Prior DON experience is a plus but NOT required

• BSN preferred for candidate review; final degree requirements subject to employer confirmation

Ready to advance your nursing leadership career?

For more information or immediate consideration, please email your resume to [Register to View] .

All inquiries will be handled confidentially.