Director of Nursing
St Ignace, Michigan
Mackinac Straits Hospital & Health Center

Job Opportunity: Director of Nursing (DON) - Leadership (Temp)

Location: St Ignace, Michigan
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a hands-on, dynamic, and positive Director of Nursing to oversee all nursing services in a long-term care facility. The DON will focus on ensuring safe, effective, and compassionate resident care, staff leadership, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance. This role emphasizes direct interaction with residents and staff rather than administrative office time.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Resident Care

• Oversee nursing services to ensure high-quality resident care
• Ensure proper assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Monitor resident outcomes and address quality concerns
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals

Leadership & Staff Management

• Supervise and support nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, CNAs, nurse managers)
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and evaluate nursing staff
• Promote teamwork, professionalism, and a positive work environment
• Address staff performance issues and conduct disciplinary actions as needed

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., CMS)
• Prepare for and participate in surveys, inspections, and audits
• Develop and implement policies and procedures consistent with regulations
• Lead quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives

Administrative & Operational Duties

• Develop and manage nursing department budgets
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and efficient resource use
• Maintain accurate and timely nursing documentation
• Participate in facility leadership meetings and strategic planning

Education & Staff Development

• Ensure ongoing education, training, and competency evaluations for nursing staff
• Stay current with best practices in long-term care nursing
• Promote infection control, safety, and risk management programs

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Michigan
• Minimum of 3 years of Director of Nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Infection Control certification
• Experience in a Post Acute care setting
• Experience in a Long Term Acute Care setting

Additional Information

• Prior experience as a Director of Nursing preferred; relevant leadership experience such as Nurse Manager or Assistant Director of Nursing considered
• Role involves active engagement with residents and staff, coaching, mentoring, and hands-on care
• Stable leadership team with a passion for quality long-term care

License Requirement

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Michigan required

Prior Travel Experience

• Not specified / not required