Director Of Nursing

Director of Nursing
Are you a nurse looking for a position that brings joy and fulfillment both personally and professionally? The Converse Home, a nonprofit Assisted Living Community located in downtown Burlington, is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON). As the longest-running assisted living community in Vermont, The Converse Home is renowned for its warm, welcoming, and home-like atmosphere. This is a rare opportunity to join a compassionate and supportive team in an exceptional community.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with Co-Executive Directors, the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)/Nurse Educator, and department directors to ensure residents receive high-quality care with respect and dignity.
Lead the traditional assisted living and memory care nursing teams by maintaining and implementing policies and procedures in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
Supervise and work closely with the ADON, Memory Care Manager, and licensed nurses and care staff to ensure best practices and ongoing education.
Work closely with the Co-Executive Directors to monitor and address financial considerations and the nursing departments budget.
Ensure resident charts and nursing documentation are accurate and in compliance with state regulations.
Participate in pre-admission screenings for prospective residents, visiting prospective residents in the building and off site, providing input to the admissions team.
Serve as the primary point of communication for families, residents, staff, hospitals, rehabilitation communities, and providers, ensuring a collaborative and transparent environment.
Responsible for ensuring adequate staffing levels for the nursing department by working closely with the Clinical Administrative Assistant, share on-call responsibilities and provide occasional evening, night, or weekend coverage when necessary.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required;
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.
Valid Vermont Registered Nurse (RN) license and a valid driver’s license.
Strong background in Med-Surg and chronic long term care nursing, healthcare operations management, with a solid understanding of skilled nursing standards of care and Vermont state assisted living regulations.
Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills, with a compassionate approach to the nursing team, department staff, residents, and families.
Flexibility to travel occasionally and adapt to occasional weekend or after-hours needs.

Salary and Benefits :
Salary range: $95,000–$120,000.
Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, eye, life insurance, retirement, and paid vacation.