Director of Nursing

At Country Meadows/Ecumenical, nursing leadership is about more than overseeing care—it’s about creating an environment where residents feel known, supported, and at home, and where teams feel guided, valued, and set up for success. We are seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) who brings strong clinical judgment, steady leadership, and a genuine commitment to both resident well-being and team development. In this role, you will lead and support a dedicated nursing team, partner with campus leadership, and help ensure consistent, compassionate care in a setting where relationships matter and leadership is present.Opportunity Details:Full time dayshiftThis position offers a $95,000+ starting salary (based on experience), a quality-driven bonus structure and an excellent benefits package.This position is full time, in person at the Harrisburg location- The Ecumenical Retirement Community (3525 Canby Street, Harrisburg PA 17109). To support continuous resident care and campus operations, this role includes: a rotating schedule of every 6th weekend, every 6th holiday, one 12pm-8pm shift per month, and flexibility to meet On Call campus needs.Director of Nursing (DON) Responsibilities:Clinical Operations & CoordinationMonitor and evaluate the quality and effectiveness of resident careConduct regular rounding to stay informed of resident needs and concernsPerform direct nursing duties as neededCoordinate care with physicians, pharmacy, therapy, and other service providersCollaborate with dining, life enrichment, and other departments to support resident well-beingSupport coordination of hospital visits and external servicesResident Care, Assessment & PlanningPartner with leadership to assess prospective residents and determine appropriate placementOversee admission assessments and ongoing resident evaluationsEnsure individualized care and support plans are developed, updated, and accessibleEngage residents and families in care planning and provide updates as appropriateLeadership, Culture & Team DevelopmentFoster a positive, respectful, and supportive environment for residents, families, and co-workersPromote teamwork, open communication, and a strong wellness-focused cultureLead staff meetings and participate in interdisciplinary and campus-wide meetingsCommunicate policies, procedures, and organizational updates effectivelyLead hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management of nursing staffConduct performance evaluations and support ongoing professional developmentEnsure appropriate staffing levels and coordinate staff education and trainingProvide leadership coverage in the absence of the Executive Director or Associate Executive DirectorClinical Compliance, Safety & Medication OversightOversee medication administration processes and staff trainingMonitor medication practices and address errors through appropriate follow-upPromote a safe environment by identifying and addressing risksRespond to emergencies and workplace incidents as appropriateMonitor incident reporting and implement corrective actionsEnsure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable regulationsDirector of Nursing (DON) Qualifications:Current, unencumbered RN or LPN license in the state of employment3–5 years of clinical nursing experience in assisted living, personal care, or long-term care1–3 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a healthcare settingStrong knowledge of resident care practices, care planning, and team leadershipExperience overseeing or supporting nursing staff, including coaching and performance managementProficiency with electronic health records (e.g., PointClickCare) and basic computer systemsCPR certification requiredOur Investment in YouAbove standard industry pay and comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield and employer-matching 401(k)Length of service bonusGenerous paid time off, including holidays, your birthday, a Personal Day of Meaning, and the opportunity to roll over unused timeSupplemental life insurance, company-paid short-term disability, and optional long- and short-term disability plansOur Support for YouFamily-owned, private company based in Hershey, PADirect access to your supervisory teamIncentivized career paths and tuition reimbursementOn-the-job training and continuing educationEmployee Assistance Program for you and your familyCo-worker Foundation (grants for times of need)Helping Hand interest-free loansAbout Country Meadows/EcumenicalWe have over 2500 co-workers who are serving our residents with meaning, thriving with purpose and leading our company with innovation! We have been serving seniors for over 35 years, and we invite you to join our vision for making lives better.EOE