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Rhinebeck, New York

Director of Nursing

Registered NurseFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 27m ago · Verified live

Job description

  • Ensures that the philosophy and objectives of the Nursing Department are in compliance with the Mission of the facility.
  • Develops standards of nursing practice for all levels of nursing personnel.

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join ArchCare as a Director of Nursing – Gerontological Nursing.

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Nursing is responsible for overseeing the nursing department's daily operations, including staff management, policy development, and quality assurance. They also manage the department budget, ensure regulatory compliance, and participate in various facility committees.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current New York Registered Professional Nurse license and possess at least a Bachelor's degree, with a Master's degree preferred. A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience, including 4 years in an administrative capacity within gerontological nursing, is required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Nursing administrationStaff supervisionPerformance appraisalBudgetingMDS department oversightMedicare PPSRecruitmentStaff trainingDisciplinary actionNursing standardsCommittee participation

Geriatric Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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