Job Description

Salary

$74,100 / yr - $103,935 / yr

Director of Nursing – DON

Earn Up to $103,935 Annually

Lead with Purpose. Elevate Care. Inspire Excellence.

Elderwood Village at Colonie is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing department and drive clinical excellence throughout our community. The Director of Nursing assists with ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by being responsible for the overall staffing, staff training and development, and management of personnel in the Nursing Department. The Director of Nursing also is responsible for the overall quality of care assessment, planning, documentation and provision of services to residents.

This is more than a leadership position—it's an opportunity to shape the future of resident care, strengthen clinical teams, and build a culture where accountability, compassion, and excellence thrive.

If you're passionate about mentoring others, improving outcomes, and leading meaningful change, we'd love to meet you.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Lead the overall clinical direction of an established skilled nursing facility
• Partner with an engaged Administrator and experienced leadership team
• Build and mentor high-performing nursing leaders
• Influence quality outcomes, resident satisfaction, and staff engagement
• Drive meaningful improvements that make a lasting impact

What You'll Lead

• Overall nursing operations and clinical services
• Staffing strategy, scheduling oversight, and workforce development
• Mentorship and development Supervisors, and nursing staff
• Regulatory compliance and survey readiness
• Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
• Clinical education, orientation, and ongoing professional development
• Collaboration with physicians, pharmacy, rehabilitation, and interdisciplinary teams

Why Join Elderwood?

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
• Paid time off and holiday benefits
• Support from experienced regional and corporate clinical leadership
• The opportunity to lead an organization where your expertise directly improves the lives of residents and employees every day

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're an experienced LPN or RN nursing leader looking for an opportunity to strengthen teams, elevate clinical excellence, and build a lasting legacy, we encourage you to apply today.

Lead with confidence. Lead with purpose. Lead with Elderwood.

Responsibilities

Director of Nursing (Assisted Living)

• Responsible for all staff management, training, scheduling, and personnel functions
• Responsible for Resident Care Services and the overall direction and supervision of all direct care carried out by resident care staff.
• Evaluate resident on admission, obtain medical history, check physician orders, transfer and pre-admission information. Review resident’s medical and social history. Conduct re-admission assessments for residents in area hospitals when necessary.
• Serve as spokesperson for the Nursing Department for matters relating to the Department of Health.
• Prepare and manage facility budget.
• Conduct clinical workflow analysis and design.
• Oversee operations of the Nursing department.

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Qualifications

Director of Nursing (Assisted Living)

• Credentials of Registered Professional Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with a current state license required.
• Clinical experience in Assisted Living and Memory Care required.
• At least two years of supervisory nursing experience required.
• UAS-PRI certification preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal AH, EHP, ALR, ALP, EALR and SNARL regulations preferred.
• Proficiency in various computer programs, applications, electronic communications, and electronic medical records.
• Ability to participate in facility on call program, which may include working at facility during off hours.
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.