Director of Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Director of Nursing (DON)

Waynesboro Post Acute & Rehabilitation | Waynesboro, TN
Full-Time

At Waynesboro Post Acute & Rehabilitation, we don’t just provide care — we build connections. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical team in delivering exceptional care to our residents. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong clinical leader who is passionate about quality outcomes, regulatory excellence, and building a positive, team-focused culture.

Position Summary:

The Director of Nursing is responsible for the overall clinical operations of the facility, ensuring the highest standards of resident care, regulatory compliance, staff development, and quality performance.

What You’ll Love:

• Competitive pay

• Paperless, quick onboarding 

• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement plan)

• Paid time off, holiday pay

• Generous employee referral program

• Annual performance reviews and competitive bi-annual pay reviews

• Support for personal well-being (EAP programs, mental health resources)

• Respectful, supportive leadership and strong focus on teamwork

• Optimal staff-to-patient ratios to prevent burnout

• Opportunities for advancement

• Tuition reimbursement, training programs, and CEU support

• Strong mentorship and orientation programs

• Strong school partnerships 

• 360 communications for staff, residents & families 

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and direct all nursing services within the facility

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

• Lead QAPI initiatives and drive quality improvement outcomes

• Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and labor management

• Mentor, coach, and develop nursing leadership and staff

• Monitor clinical documentation and care plan implementation

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal resident care

• Support survey readiness and maintain survey compliance

• Active RN license in good standing

• Previous experience as a DON or ADON in a skilled nursing facility preferred

• Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and survey process

• Experience managing clinical teams and driving quality metrics

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Ability to foster a positive and accountable team environment

Salary/ Wage Range

Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and may fall outside of the range shown.

Your next shift could change a life. Apply today!

We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, age, disability or protected veteran status. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for our job opportunities.