Director of Nursing (DON)
full-time•St. Ignace
About this role
Job Summary
The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating all nursing services within a long-term care and skilled nursing facility. This is a hands-on leadership role that ensures high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and effective management of nursing staff while working closely with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
Location: St. Ignace, Michigan
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Shift: Day Shift (5x8)
Key Responsibilities
Clinical & Resident Care
Oversee all nursing services to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate resident care
Ensure accurate assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation of resident care
Monitor resident outcomes and address quality-of-care concerns
Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals
Leadership & Staff Management
Supervise and support nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, CNAs, Nurse Managers)
Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and evaluate nursing staff
Promote teamwork, professionalism, and a positive work environment
Address staff performance issues and conduct disciplinary actions when required
Regulatory Compliance & Quality
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (CMS, state health departments)
Prepare for and participate in surveys, inspections, and audits
Develop and implement policies and procedures in alignment with regulatory standards
Lead Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
Education & Safety
Ensure ongoing education, training, and competency evaluations for nursing staff
Stay current with best practices in long-term care nursing
Promote infection control, safety, and risk management programs
Required Qualifications
Active Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) License (verified via Nursys)
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Prior experience as a Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing
Minimum 3–5 years of nursing experience
Strong leadership, decision-making, and organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)
Infection Preventionist Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)
Experience with Matrix EMR
Certifications
BLS (Required)
ACLS (Preferred)
What you'll do
- The Director of Nursing oversees all nursing services to ensure high-quality resident care and regulatory compliance. This includes managing nursing staff, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and leading quality assurance initiatives.
About Hudson Manpower
The Hudson Group comprises of:
HudsonIT Consultancy Ltd – a dynamic Software Solutions and IT Staffing firm in United States and
Hudson Manpower Inc – specializing in offering comprehensive recruitment services for technical industries worldwide, ensuring quality hires for various sectors.
We began our journey in early 2019 and take pride in our ability to transform businesses through the seamless integration of cutting-edge digital solutions and outstanding staffing services. With a rich history of staffing experience, we have not only adapted but thrived in the ever-changing landscape of technological innovation.
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The Director of Nursing (DON) position at Hudson Manpower is based in St. Ignace, Michigan, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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