RN Director of Nursing Full-time
Skilled nursing facility

Director of Nursing (DON)

apartment Skilled nursing facility location_onSimsbury, CT, US
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Join our wonderful team as an Director of Nursing (DON) today!

 

We are an exceptional team-oriented company hiring for Director of Nursing (DON)! We provide our staff with the resources, tools, and training needed to succeed and grow in their current and desired future positions. We pride ourselves on our caring and compassionate management team who are there to fully support our staff and residents.  

 

Benefits for Director of Nursing (DON): 

  • Referral Bonuses! 
  • Competitive Rates! 
  • Wonderful Environment! 
  • Great Benefit package! 
  • Now Offering Same Day Pay!

 

Qualifications & Experience Requirements for Director of Nursing (DON): 

 

  • Previous Experience as an Director of Nursing (DON) preferred 
  • Valid Registered Nurse License   

  

 

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