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