Director of Nursing

## Overview **Covenant Health Mission Statement** We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities. **Our Core Values:** **Compassion** We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering. **Integrity** We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources. **Collaboration** We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities. **Excellence** We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation. ## Description ## **Director of Nursing (DON) – Lead the Future of Clinical Excellence!** **St. André Health Care – Biddeford, ME** ### **VISIONARY LEADERSHIP. COMPASSIONATE CARE. TOTAL IMPACT.** Are you a clinical leader ready to steer a nursing team toward excellence in a mission-driven environment? At **St. André Health Care**, we don't just provide medical services; we provide a home where residents are treated with dignity and world-class care. We are seeking a dynamic, results-oriented **Director of Nursing (DON)** to oversee our clinical operations. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will have the autonomy to shape clinical culture, drive quality improvement, and mentor a dedicated team of nursing professionals. ### **WHY JOIN ST. ANDRÉ HEALTH CARE?** - **BENEFITS START ON DAY ONE:** We value your health and financial security from the moment you join the team. No waiting periods! - **Mission-First Culture:** Work for a faith-based organization within the Covenant Health network that prioritizes people over profits. - **Leadership Empowerment:** You aren't just a manager; you are a key architect of resident outcomes and clinical strategy. - **Collaborative Innovation:** Partner with a supportive Administrator and an interdisciplinary team that is committed to process improvement and high-quality care. ### **THE IMPACT YOU’LL MAKE** As the DON, you will be the clinical heart of the facility, ensuring that our nursing and nutrition services exceed expectations every single day. - **Strategic Oversight:** Plan, organize, and direct all nursing department operations to ensure a person-centered environment. - **Compliance Champion:** Serve as the expert on federal and state regulations, ensuring our facility consistently meets and exceeds standards of practice. - **Team Mentor:** Lead, recruit, and evaluate a clinical staff, fostering a culture of professional growth, accountability, and excellence. - **Quality Driver:** Identify trends, lead quality improvement initiatives, and implement evidence-based practices to optimize resident health and safety. - **Interdisciplinary Synergy:** Collaborate closely with physicians, therapists, and social services to provide holistic care for every resident. ### **READY TO LEAD A TOP-TIER CLINICAL TEAM?** If you are a passionate nurse leader who thrives on challenges and is dedicated to the highest standards of care, we want to hear from you! **Apply today and experience a career where you are truly valued—starting from Day One!** *St. André Health Care is an equal opportunity employer.* ## Requirements ### Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate clinical services in accordance with facility policies, regulatory requirements, and infection control standards. - Lead the development, review, and revision of clinical policies and procedures. - Establish department-specific goals, strategies, and quality improvement initiatives. - Facilitate and participate in the Process Improvement Committee and other assigned committees. - Coordinate resident care services across departments to ensure continuity and quality of care. - Serve as administrative designee in the absence of the Administrator/CEO. - Oversee departmental budgeting, implementation, and fiscal accountabilit…