Director of Nursing DON

Fiberhire

Taunton, Massachusetts

Your unit is Geriatrics.

Eligibility: GeriatricsLong-Term Care

Posted Jul 26

License: RN license
Term: Permanent

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Against similar roles: In range for Massachusetts staff rolesMassachusetts staff postings that state pay run $70k/yr to $153k/yr, the middle half $86k/yr to $142k/yr, across 1,269 postings.

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6–8 week structured orientation; assigned mentor; gradual increase in patient responsibilities over first 60–90 days for new grad LPNs

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Day and night shifts; option for 3-day schedule (12-hour shifts); stable consistent scheduling; FT/PT/per diem night LPN options

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Now Hiring: Director of Nursing (DON) – Skilled Nursing Facility. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing department and ensure the delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care. The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Nursing Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations, clinical standards of care, and facility policies.

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In Taunton, MA

Taunton, MAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 6% above the US average

Median rent: $1,324/mo
Household income: $79,283/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Taunton, MA

NeighborhoodsTaunton offers distinct residential pockets ranging from denser urban centers to semi-rural outskirts. East Taunton is widely sought after by commuters for its more spaced-out, suburban-to-rural layout, larger lot sizes, and immediate access to Route 24 and Interstate 495. Oakland provides a quiet, family-oriented residential environment characterized by ranch-style and colonial homes near Hopewell Park and Memorial Park. Closer to the core, Whittenton attracts first-time buyers with walkable streets, older colonial housing stock, and proximity to local schools and retail. Along the Taunton River, historic Weir Village has seen revitalization through converted mill lofts and cafes that appeal to young professionals, though local community forums note that street-level character can vary significantly from block to block.

Taunton offers distinct residential pockets ranging from denser urban centers to semi-rural outskirts. East Taunton is widely sought after by commuters for its more spaced-out, suburban-to-rural layout, larger lot sizes, and immediate access to Route 24 and Interstate 495. Oakland provides a quiet, family-oriented residential environment characterized by ranch-style and colonial homes near Hopewell Park and Memorial Park.

Closer to the core, Whittenton attracts first-time buyers with walkable streets, older colonial housing stock, and proximity to local schools and retail. Along the Taunton River, historic Weir Village has seen revitalization through converted mill lofts and cafes that appeal to young professionals, though local community forums note that street-level character can vary significantly from block to block.

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Getting aroundTaunton is positioned at the crossroads of southeastern Massachusetts, intersected by major transit corridors including Interstate 495 and Route 24. For hospital staff traveling across the region, Providence sits approximately twenty miles to the west, Boston is located under forty miles to the north, and Fall River is roughly a twenty-five-minute drive south. While highway connectivity makes regional travel straightforward, nurses working standard daytime shift changes face substantial rush-hour bottlenecks on Route 24 and around regional merge points. Local travel is primarily car-dependent, with ample surface parking available around suburban clinics and medical campuses compared to denser metro hubs.

Taunton is positioned at the crossroads of southeastern Massachusetts, intersected by major transit corridors including Interstate 495 and Route 24. For hospital staff traveling across the region, Providence sits approximately twenty miles to the west, Boston is located under forty miles to the north, and Fall River is roughly a twenty-five-minute drive south. While highway connectivity makes regional travel straightforward, nurses working standard daytime shift changes face substantial rush-hour bottlenecks on Route 24 and around regional merge points.

Local travel is primarily car-dependent, with ample surface parking available around suburban clinics and medical campuses compared to denser metro hubs.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: massbaymovers.com Source 2: unitsstorage.com Source 3: livability.com

OutdoorsOutdoor enthusiasts have access to substantial conservation land, anchored by Massasoit State Park, which offers multi-use trails weaving through native pine forests, wetlands, and around freshwater lakes. Watson Pond State Park features a scenic seven-mile loop trail over rocky terrain alongside public beaches, swimming zones, and warm-weather watercraft activity. The Taunton River winds directly through the city, serving as a primary corridor for canoeing, kayaking, and recreational fishing for striped bass, largemouth bass, and catfish. The Gertrude M. Boyden Wildlife Refuge provides additional quiet walking trails, while Hopewell Park and Memorial Park support community athletic fields and open lawns.

Outdoor enthusiasts have access to substantial conservation land, anchored by Massasoit State Park, which offers multi-use trails weaving through native pine forests, wetlands, and around freshwater lakes. Watson Pond State Park features a scenic seven-mile loop trail over rocky terrain alongside public beaches, swimming zones, and warm-weather watercraft activity.

The Taunton River winds directly through the city, serving as a primary corridor for canoeing, kayaking, and recreational fishing for striped bass, largemouth bass, and catfish. The Gertrude M. Boyden Wildlife Refuge provides additional quiet walking trails, while Hopewell Park and Memorial Park support community athletic fields and open lawns.

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Living in Taunton

Known as the 'Silver City' and the county seat of Bristol County, Taunton, Massachusetts, offers relocating nurses an affordable, grounded home base positioned between major regional healthcare hubs. Situated under forty miles south of Boston and only twenty miles east of Providence, the city allows clinicians to easily access regional facilities via Route 24 and Interstate 495, though shift workers should plan for heavy peak-hour highway congestion. Within Taunton, the lifestyle shifts dramatically by neighborhood: young professionals seeking character often look toward Weir Village's converted riverfront mill lofts and cafes, while nurses seeking quiet yards, ranch homes, or new construction gravitate toward East Taunton and Oakland. Outside the hospital, downtime is defined by the outdoors, whether trail running at Massasoit State Park, swimming at Watson Pond, or paddling the Taunton River, followed by casual neighborhood dining at spots like Riverside or Joe's Diner. While some urban pockets show signs of industrial wear and commercial shopping often requires a short drive out of town, Taunton rewards healthcare workers with generous space, easy regional mobility, and a close-knit New England community.

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