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6.0/10 work-life score · Above average in Registered Nurse roles — ranked against 5,345 active roles in this profession
Director of Nursing (DON) – Senior Living
About the Role
Director of Nursing for assisted living and memory care community in Ringgold, GA. Oversee resident care, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance. LPN/RN license required.
Join Foundry Commercial as a Director of Nursing (DON) – Senior Living in Ringgold, Georgia.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- On-site position.
- No weekends required.
This position offers weekends off. Work with Foundry Commercial in Ringgold, Georgia.
Key Responsibilities
The Director of Nursing oversees daily clinical operations, including resident care delivery, staff management, and regulatory compliance. They act as a liaison between families, physicians, and the care team to ensure high standards of service and resident wellbeing.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active LPN or RN license and possess at least two years of experience in long-term or geriatric care. Previous supervisory experience and strong communication skills are required to lead the clinical team effectively.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Director of Nursing (DON) – Senior Living at Foundry Commercial a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Registered Nurse roles — ranked against 5,345 active Registered Nurse roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Geriatrics — Registered Nurse Career Context
In Georgia, Geriatrics listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$107k across 64 listings, vs ~$85k nationally (53 listings).
Georgia's cost-of-living index is 92.0 (US average = 100) — Georgia ranks #6 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.0/10 on work-life balance for Nursing Leadership roles.
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