AL Director of Nursing (DON)

Job Description

Job Description

BIRMINGHAM GREEN

Assisted Living

Director of Nursing

Full-time 

Day shift

Birmingham Green, a person-centered care-focused community located in Manassas, Virginia, was recently named as one of the best Nursing Homes in Virginia. We have been providing high-quality and affordable care since 1927.   

For a view into our world, please visit our website at 

Come lead our dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of seniors. We strive to create a home-like environment that prioritizes the overall well-being of our residents, encompassing not only their physical health but also their emotional and social well-being. As the DON, you will oversee and direct the work of our nursing staff at all levels, including conducting performance evaluations and disciplinary actions. Your work with nursing staff will ensure that high-quality care is provided to residents on all shifts. You will also communicate with families and physicians to ensure that residents receive optimal care. If you share our values of Stewardship, Inclusiveness, and Passion, and have a strong commitment to serving seniors, we invite you to apply today!

Summary: The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for a broad range of Nursing Department services, including staff hiring, establishing departmental procedures, staff training, and organizing and delivering nursing care to facility residents. The DON works closely with all levels of nursing staff, particularly with key professional staff. The DON is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to residents on all shifts and serve as a liaison with other departments and outside individuals and organizations providing related services to the residents. The DON also communicates with family and physicians to ensure optimum care for the residents.  

Requirements 

● Nursing School Graduate and current unencumbered VA license

● Registered Nurse 

● At least 3 years of experience as a DON, preferably in long-term care and/or rehabilitative/restorative nursing 

● Adult CPR (current certification) and IV Therapy certificates 

● Knowledge of medical/nursing practices and procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines, including those related to nursing and assisted living care, facilities, and Medicare 

● Sound nursing judgment and hands-on nursing care skills, including the ability to deliver urgent nursing care when necessary 

● Used to behavior and needs of elderly people, as well as integrity and discretion in dealing with personal and health information (including HIPAA compliance) 

● Strong interpersonal, supervisory, and leadership skills

● Can read and interpret technical instructions and materials, accurately document treatment, and write clear reports and business correspondence 

● Problem-solver, detail-oriented, and able to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form 

● Good basic math and computer skills 

● Organized, adaptable, patient, reliable, safety-minded, empathetic, and a team player! Please note: while we strongly believe in equal opportunities, this position necessitates certain physical requirements, including lifting up to 25 pounds unassisted, sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, reaching, turning, bending, stooping, crouching and kneeling, balancing and maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling, reaching over the head, pushing/pulling, grasping with both hands, and fine manipulation.

Main tasks and responsibilities 

● Plan, organize, and implement a nursing services program to meet resident medical needs 

● Coordinate resident admission with families and social services departments 

● Monitor care and develop care plans, consulting with physicians and staff 

● Maintain relationships with physicians, pharmacists, and service providers 

● Coordinate nursing services with other resident services for continuity of care 

● Oversee staffing, including interviewing, hiring, and training 

● Collaborate the development of policies and guidelines for the nursing assistant training program 

● Investigate and respond to resident and family concerns 

● Develop policies and guidelines for a geriatric nursing assistant training program 

● Oversee ordering and care of supplies and equipment 

● Complete required forms, reports, evaluations, and studies 

● Ensure compliance with policies and procedures for personnel, residents, and visitors 

● Maintain and update written policies and procedures 

● Participate in surveys, inspections, in-service classes, and meetings

● Participate in Nursing Administration on-call rotation

What’s in It for You — Employee Benefits 

- Medical, dental, & vision insurance to keep you healthy? 

- Flexible spending accounts & health savings accounts? 

- Legal plan & Employee Assistance Program to get support when you need it most?

- Company-paid life insurance to make sure your loved ones are taken care of? 

- Voluntary retirement scheme to support your long-term financial goals?

- 10 paid holidays to recharge & celebrate? 

- Accrue up to 240 PTO hours per year to use for vacation, sick days, or personal time?

- Possibility to cash out accrued PTO hours once per year?

- Discounts to save money on everything from gym memberships to movie nights? 

- Free meals during your shift to stay fueled & energized?

- Critical illness leave to help you focus on your recovery?

- Pet insurance to make sure your companion will receive the best possible care�

- Our benefits call center is here to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.�

Education and Experience:  

§ Current unencumbered RN (preferred) license through college, associate degree, or three-year diploma school. BSN is preferred.  

§ Three – Five years experience in a long-term care facility as a DON or ADON. Rehabilitative and restorative nursing skills are preferred.  

§ Knowledge and experience related to the physical and emotional needs of disabled adults and the elderly.   

§ Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to assisted living care.  

§ Computer skills – MS Word, Excel, Outlook; Point Click Care 

If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of seniors and joining our team, please send us your application. We look forward to hearing from you! Building a diverse team & an inclusive environment The concepts of acceptance and respect for all are of great importance to us. We actively foster a culture where all individuals, regardless of their background or beliefs, are valued, respected, and treated with dignity and respect. This involves convening a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee that organizes monthly events that promote diversity and inclusivity, and ensuring that our residents are also involved in these initiatives.

  How to Apply  

If you have been thinking about making a change and you want to make the right change in 2026, then this opportunity is for you. 

Join an extraordinary community and an exceptional team. 

Birmingham Green 

8605 Centreville Rd. Manassas, VA 20110 

Attn: Lydia Pogu, Recruiter

Telephone: View phone number on ziprecruiter.com / Fax: View phone number on ziprecruiter.com 

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in Birmingham Green. 

Birmingham Green is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled EOE/AA/M/F/D/V