Director of Nursing; DON
Buffalo Center7 months ago
Cheektowaga, NY, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position: Director of Nursing (DON)
Now Hiring:
Director of Nursing (DON)
Location:
Buffalo Center, Buffalo, NY
Are you a passionate and experienced nursing leader looking to make a meaningful impact?
Buffalo Center is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our dynamic clinical team and help drive excellence in resident care.
What We Offer:
- Highly competitive salary – based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to make a difference in a respected 200-bed skilled nursing facility
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the nursing department
- Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures
- Recruit, train, and retain qualified nursing staff
- Ensure adequate staffing and up-to-date staff competencies
- Monitor clinical outcomes and maintain compliance standards
- Act as a liaison between residents, families, and healthcare providers
- Promote a culture of dignity, respect, and compassionate care
Requirements:
- Current RN license in the state of New York
- Minimum 5 years of nursing experience in long-term care
- At least 2 years in a nursing leadership or supervisory role
- Strong clinical knowledge and proven leadership skills
- Excellent communication and team-building abilities
About Us:
Located in Buffalo, NY, Buffalo Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care family. We provide high-quality short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care in a supportive, patient-focused environment. Our team is dedicated to promoting dignity, independence, and the highest possible quality of life for our residents.
Join us and lead with purpose.
Apply today to become a part of our compassionate, mission-driven team.
Buffalo Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/V
Required Skills
Staff recruitment and retention
Team building
Nursing leadership
Clinical management
Compassionate care
Policy development
Compliance monitoring
Communication