Join Avon Health Center as Director of Nursing Services (DNS)!
We are a family-owned, 120-bed skilled nursing facility where leadership is accessible, employees are known by name, and resident care always comes first.
Job Details
Ready to lead a nursing team where you can truly make an impact? Avon Health Center is looking for an experienced, compassionate Director of Nursing Services (DNS) to lead our nursing department and help us continue providing the exceptional care our residents deserve.
The ideal DNS will be visible, approachable and hands-on; someone who enjoys developing people, building a strong team and creating a nursing culture where employees feel supported while being held to high standards.
Salary Description
- This is a 40 hour/week salary exempt position with on call responsibilities.
- 130,000-150,000/year (DOE)
Job Responsibilities
As our Director of Nursing Services, you’ll lead the overall operation of our Nursing Services Department and play a key role in the quality of care throughout the facility. You will:
- Lead, mentor and support our nursing team
- Oversee clinical care and nursing operations
- Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations
- Ensure appropriate staffing and nursing coverage
- Make regular rounds and stay connected with residents and staff
- Monitor clinical outcomes and quality measures
- Lead Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement efforts
- Oversee nursing policies, procedures and standards of practice
- Address resident and family concerns promptly and professionally
- Partner closely with Administration, Infection Control, Staff Development and other department leaders
- Identify opportunities for improvement and develop effective plans of correction
- Promote a positive culture of quality, accountability, teamwork and respect
Required Qualifications
- Current, unencumbered RN license
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- BSN preferred
- Current CPR certification required
- Long-term care, geriatric and/or rehabilitative nursing experience a must
- Minimum one year of nursing administration/leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and clinical standards
- Excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills
Who’s the Ideal Candidate?
You’re someone who can be supportive while still holding people accountable. You’re comfortable making decisions, solving problems and jumping in when your team needs you. Most importantly, you understand that excellent long-term care starts with strong leadership, engaged employees and a genuine commitment to residents.
Our Benefits Include*
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Affordable Medical Insurance
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- FREE Short-Term Disability
- FREE Life Insurance & AD&D
- Low Cost Voluntary Benefits with Colonial Life
- DPC Program with PrimeCare Direct including free Accident Benefit, Telehealth and a built-in Tax Savings Element (more take home
- pay!)
- 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Employer Match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for Both Employee and Their Immediate Family
- Employee Celebrations & Appreciation Events
- A stable, established, family-owned organization
*Benefits available to eligible employees based on hours worked and length of service.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Avon Health Center, established in 1974, has built a strong reputation for quality care and a commitment to both our residents and our employees. As a family-owned facility, we offer something you won’t find everywhere — accessible, involved leadership.
Our management team is on-site, approachable, and available when you need them. Here, you’re not just another employee — your voice is heard, your contributions are valued, and you have direct access to the people making decisions.
Convenient Location
Enjoy working in peaceful, suburban Avon while being just 15 minutes from Hartford and convenient to the surrounding Farmington Valley communities. We are just 15-20 minutes from Hartford!
