Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing (DON) Lafayette Center Franconia, NH Full-Time. 40 Hours Per Week. Weekend Rotation Required. Salary Range. $79,000 to $112,000 annually About Lafayette Center Lafayette Center is a 72-bed nursing home located in the picturesque town of Franconia. We provide long term care, short term rehabilitation, respite care, and specialized memory care services to an adult and geriatric population. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Franconia Notch State Park and the White Mountain National Forest, our facility offers a peaceful environment that complements the high-quality medical and personal care.. We are a small, welcoming facility committed to exceptional, resident-centered care. Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing to lead our nursing department. This is a full-time leadership position working 40 hours per week, 5 days per week, with a weekend rotation requirement. The Director of Nursing is responsible for overseeing all nursing operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining clinical excellence, and fostering a positive team culture that prioritizes quality care and resident dignity. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily nursing operations for a 72-bed facility Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations Supervise and support RNs, LPNs, and CNAs Lead hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management of nursing staff Monitor quality assurance and infection control programs Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams Oversee care planning for long term, short term, respite, and memory care residents Maintain a strong presence on the floor to support staff and residents Qualifications Active RN license in the state of New Hampshire Prior experience in long term care leadership required Previous Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing experience preferred Strong knowledge of regulatory standards and survey process Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills Commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care What We Offer Competitive salary range of $79,000 to $112,000 Leadership opportunity in a small, supportive facility Stable full-time schedule Collaborative team environment Beautiful location surrounded by outdoor recreation and natural scenery If you are a dedicated nursing leader looking to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit community setting, we encourage you to apply today. Join the team at Lafayette Center and help lead exceptional care in the heart of Franconia, NH.