Director of Nursing (DON) Skilled Nursing- RN
Location: Lexington
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
At Wellmore of Lexington we are proud to be recognized as a
Great Place to Work®, and we believe that our success begins with
one simple principle: People First. We are a luxury senior living
company that is driven by compassion, respect, and the dedication
to making every interaction meaningful. Our culture fosters growth,
teamwork, and a genuine commitment to enriching the lives of our
residents and our team members. If you are passionate about
providing exceptional care in an environment where you’re valued
and supported, we invite you to be part of a company that truly
puts people at the heart of everything we do. Come join us and be a
part of something extraordinary! Now accepting applications for a
RN - Director of Nursing (DON) Skilled Nursing. This position will
oversee all nursing aspects within the skilled nursing environment.
Must have a current state licensure as a RN in good standing, must
be able to work the clinical floor, have a shared vision with the
team, focused on providing excellent clinical care, and present a
positive attitude each day. Skilled Nursing experience is required.
POSITION SUMMARY: Overall supervision, provision, and quality of
nursing care in Care Services (Healthcare) and residential
apartments in accordance with SLC standards, policies and
procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Develops, organizes and operates
the nursing services for Skilled Nursing department. • Works in
collaboration with the Resident Care Director to provide quality
nursing care to residents. • Ensures that significant clinical
developments of residents are reported to their physicians, the
Medical Director, the Executive Director and State (if necessary).
• Coordinates nursing services for Skilled Nursing residents
including the procurement of outside sources such as Home Health,
private duty, Hospice, rehabilitation services, psychological, etc.
• Develops and maintains a schedule of daily rounds and assignments
of duties for all nursing associates to assure 24 hour coverage
sufficient to meet federal and state regulatory requirements as
well as SLC's standards. • Orders all nursing supplies, office
supplies and equipment for Skilled Nursing. • Develops and
participates in a new associate orientation program, including
private duty and agency associates. • Attends and prepares
necessary information for Quarterly Assurance Meetings and annual
policy reviews. • Assumes the responsibilities of the Administrator
in his/her absence. • Serves “on-call” on weekends and after normal
working hours. • Accepts “Manager on Duty” responsibilities as
assigned by supervisor. • Participates in and attends all required
in-service training and education programs as scheduled. • Other
duties as assigned. COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully,
an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: •
Technical Skills – Individual must demonstrate current and ongoing
competence in tasks assigned which indicates a specialized skill in
this area above and beyond the average. • Communication –
Demonstrates an ability to effectively and regularly transfer
information to necessary parties to improve the quality of work and
to provide the supervisor with actionable, accurate data. •
Initiative – Is self-motivated and personally competitive. Wants to
achieve for the good of the Company and the team. Seeks additional
work when they have capacity. Demonstrates an ability and desire to
bring new ideas and solutions to the supervisor on an ongoing
basis. • Flexibility – The ability to quickly adapt to changing
conditions. The ability to navigate obstacles with ease and
professionalism. • Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving
conflict, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting;
keeps emotions under control; remains open to ideas and tries new
things • Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities;
encourages others and asks for help when needed. Exhibits patience
and compassion. • Professionalism – Ensures service is delivered on
time and is of the highest quality. Assumes responsibility for
mistakes. Presents themselves in a manner which enhances the brand
image. Understands that no information is truly private and
conducts online or social networking activities accordingly. •
Ethics – Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires
the trust of others; works ethically with integrity; upholds the
Company’s Guiding Principles: o People First, Always o We Exist to
Serve our Members o We Have a Responsibility to be Full Physical
Demands, Work Environment, and Expected Hours of Work: The physical
demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of
this job. • This position is very active and requires frequent
standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and climbing. • This
position will be required to lift or carry weight up to 50 lbs. and
ability to push up to 250 pounds independently. • The individual
must use proper body mechanics to assist residents in their daily
living. • This position regularly requires long hours and frequent
night and weekend work. TRAVEL: No travel is expected although
occasional travel may be required for training sessions, continuing
education opportunities, emergency situations, and other company
functions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • BS degree from
an accredited school of nursing. Registered nurse with a current
state license. • Certification in CPR, AED, and First Aid • Two
years’ experience in a similar healthcare position preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: • Ability to read,
write, speak and understand English fluently. • Ability to meet or
exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards. •
Ability to use Electronic Records and miscellaneous software and
office equipment. • Ability to understand and follow directions as
given. • Ability to work with minimal supervision. SLC3
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