About the role
General Purpose Define the roles and responsibilities of the Director of Nursing (DON). The DON is a registered nurse who oversees and supervises the care of all the residents. The DON also provides direct resident/patient care. Essential Duties • Overall management of the entire nursing department and staffing levels. • Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures and ensure compliance. • Responsible for ensuring resident safety and that all residents are treated with utmost respect. …