Director of Nursing (DON)
Albany, New York
RN
Posted Aug 30 · Not open to new grads
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Skilled Nursing
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- 3+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in New York is $40/hr, across 878 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
A well-established skilled nursing facility in the Albany, NY area is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Nursing (DON) to lead and oversee all nursing operations.
Duties
Supervise and support all nursing staff within the facility
Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures
Oversee recruitment, hiring, and retention of nursing staff
Ensure appropriate staffing levels and ongoing staff competency
Monitor nursing staff performance and conduct
Maintain awareness of all clinical incidents and ensure proper follow-up
Assess and support the health needs of all residents
Requirements
Current New York State RN license required
Must have prior DON experience in Long-term care to be considered
Minimum of 4 years of experience in long-term care
At least 3 years of supervisory experience
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
About the Opportunity
This is a confidential search for a reputable skilled nursing facility dedicated to providing high-quality care in a supportive and professional environment. The organization is committed to excellence in resident care and fostering a positive workplace culture for its staff.
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Requirements
- Current New York State RN license required
- Must have prior DON experience in Long-term care to be considered
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in long-term care
- At least 3 years of supervisory experience
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Place
- City
- Albany, New York
- Median rent
- $1,216/mo
- Local household income
- $61,986/yr
- Metro price level
- about the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
Albany area index 99.6, where 100 is the national average.
New York's capital city sits along the Hudson River, blending historic government architecture with a compact downtown. Albany offers a steady healthcare market anchored by multiple hospital systems, making it a practical landing spot for nurses seeking state-capital stability without downstate New York's intensity.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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