Travel Nurse RN - Director of Nursing - $3,946 per week

Company: Wellspring Nurse Source
Location: Shelton
Posted on: July 14, 2025

Job Description:

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Director of Nursing for a travel nursing job in Shelton, Washington. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Director of Nursing Discipline: RN Start Date: 07/21/2025 Duration: 52 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 10 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Title : DON (Director of Nursing) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) \n Job Summary :\n A Director of Nursing (DON) in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) oversees the delivery of high-quality nursing care, ensuring compliance with regulations, staffing, and operational standards. The DON is responsible for leading the nursing team, ensuring optimal patient outcomes, and maintaining a safe and efficient environment for residents with varying levels of care needs. \n\n Key Responsibilities : \n \n Manage and lead the nursing staff, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations. \n Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing skilled nursing care. \n Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and other healthcare professionals to develop and maintain individualized care plans for residents. \n Ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with regulatory standards and best practices. \n Monitor clinical outcomes, quality of care, and ensure continuous improvement initiatives to enhance resident health and satisfaction. \n Oversee medication management, treatment planning, and ensure adherence to infection control protocols. \n Ensure appropriate care levels are provided to meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of residents. \n Manage and maintain accurate clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with federal and state guidelines. \n Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations regarding patient safety, reporting of incidents, and adherence to healthcare standards. \n Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and collaboration among staff to ensure high standards of care are met. \n Serve as a liaison between the nursing team, administration, and external regulatory bodies. \n Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement programs to enhance clinical outcomes. \n Assist with budgeting and financial management related to nursing operations. \n \n\n Qualifications : \n \n Education : Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) preferred. \n Licensure :\n \n Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice. \n \n \n Certification :\n \n Certified Director of Nursing (CDON) or Certified in Gerontology preferred. \n \n \n Experience : Previous leadership experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) required \n Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID 33065516. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN DON About Wellspring Nurse Source Wellspring is nurse owned and operated which means that we get you, we stand behind you, and we advocate for you. We are 100% committed to helping you find your best job at the best rate. We are unwavering in our commitment to supporting our clinicians on every step of their travel adventure, assisting with everything from onboarding and payroll to on-the-job clinical support with a dedicated Clinician Success Team. You’re not just a number at Wellspring, you’re a valued member of our family. Join us and experience the Wellspring difference.

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