Salary

$ 105, 592.50 / yr - $158,398.50/ yr

Overview

Director of Nursing (RN) – DON

Earn Up to $158,398 Annually

Up to $25,000 Relocation Bonus

Lead in the Adirondacks

Qualified candidates are eligible for a relocation bonus of up to $25,000, making it easier to transition into an exceptional leadership opportunity while enjoying the unmatched beauty, outdoor lifestyle, and close-knit community of North Creek and the Adirondack Mountains.

Lead with Purpose. Elevate Care. Inspire Excellence.

Elderwood at North Creek is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing department and drive clinical excellence throughout our community.

This is more than a leadership position—it's an opportunity to shape the future of resident care, strengthen clinical teams, and build a culture where accountability, compassion, and excellence thrive.

If you're passionate about mentoring others, improving outcomes, and leading meaningful change, we'd love to meet you.

Proudly Rated 4 Stars by CMS

Elderwood at North Creek has earned a 4-Star Overall Rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), exceeding both the New York State and national averages.

Our commitment to quality care, strong staffing, and positive resident outcomes has made us a trusted provider for the North Country. As our Director of Nursing, you'll play a key role in continuing that tradition of excellence.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Lead the overall clinical direction of an established skilled nursing facility
• Partner with an engaged Administrator and experienced leadership team
• Build and mentor high-performing nursing leaders
• Influence quality outcomes, resident satisfaction, and staff engagement
• Drive meaningful improvements that make a lasting impact

What You'll Lead

• Overall nursing operations and clinical services
• Staffing strategy, scheduling oversight, and workforce development
• Mentorship and development of ADONs, Unit Managers, Supervisors, and nursing staff
• Regulatory compliance and survey readiness
• Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
• Clinical education, orientation, and ongoing professional development
• Collaboration with physicians, pharmacy, rehabilitation, and interdisciplinary teams

Why Join Elderwood?

• Competitive executive compensation with earning potential up to $158,398 annually
• Up to $25,000 Relocation Bonus for qualified candidates
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
• Paid time off and holiday benefits
• Onsite Paid CNA Certification Program to help strengthen your clinical workforce
• Support from experienced regional and corporate clinical leadership
• The opportunity to lead an organization where your expertise directly improves the lives of residents and employees every day

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're an experienced nursing leader looking for an opportunity to strengthen teams, elevate clinical excellence, and build a lasting legacy, we encourage you to apply today.

 

Lead with confidence. Lead with purpose. Lead with Elderwood.

Responsibilities

(RN - Director of Nursing) - What You’ll Do:

• Build and maintain a high-performing, engaged nursing team
• Drive clinical excellence, documentation accuracy, and care planning standards
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, coaching, and performance management
• Ensure regulatory compliance and survey readiness
• Partner with leadership to improve retention, reduce agency reliance, and strengthen staffing stability
• Serve as a visible, hands-on leader supporting staff and residents

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Qualifications

(RN - Director of Nursing) - What We’re Looking For

• Registered Nurse (RN) with active NY license
• Proven nursing leadership experience in a SNF or healthcare setting
• Strong background in staff development, team building, and clinical operations
• Experience with regulatory compliance and survey processes
• A leader who is decisive, accountable, and people-focused
• Someone who can balance clinical excellence with operational realities
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.