Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing Services (DNS) – Full-Time

AdviniaCare Newport | Newport, RI

Benefits include:

401(k) match

Competitive Salary

Opportunities for Growth

AdviniaCare Newport, a skilled nursing facility in Newport, RI, is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing Services to lead our nursing department. In this role, you’ll guide a dedicated team of nurses and caregivers, uphold high clinical standards and ensure every resident receives safe, compassionate, person-centered care.

This is a full-time leadership position reporting to the Administrator and working closely with the facility’s leadership team.

What you’ll do

• Lead, direct and evaluate all nursing services and staff (RNs, LPNs and CNAs)
• Ensure compliance with CMS, Rhode Island Department of Health and facility standards
• Lead survey readiness and develop plans of correction as needed
• Oversee clinical quality, QAPI initiatives and infection prevention programs
• Manage nursing staffing, scheduling, recruitment, retention and performance
• Develop and manage the nursing department budget
• Collaborate with the MDS team, physicians, therapy and other departments on resident care
• Review and update nursing policies, procedures and clinical protocols
• Support staff education, orientation and ongoing competency training
• Build strong relationships with residents, families and community partners

What we’re looking for

• Active Rhode Island RN license or multistate (compact) RN license in good standing
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• 3+ years of nursing leadership experience in long-term care or skilled nursing (DNS/DON or ADON experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and the survey process
• Proven ability to lead teams, improve clinical outcomes and manage budgets
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Experience with electronic health records (e.g., PointClickCare) preferred

Schedule:

Full-time, Monday–Friday, with on-call and flexibility as needed

Why join AdviniaCare Newport?

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k)
• A supportive leadership team and the opportunity to shape quality care in the Newport community

AdviniaCare Newport is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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