Returning Candidate? Log back in! RN - Director of Nursing - LTC Posted Date 2 days ago(1/27/2026 10:35 AM) Requisition ID 2026-34633 # of Openings 1 Area of Interest Nursing Company Elderwood Location Elderwood at Hamburg Position Type Regular Full-Time Salary Up to $150,000 / Year Salary Up to $150,000 / Year Overview

RN – Director of Nursing - Elderwood at Hamburg

Lead with purpose. Shape care. Build a nursing culture that lasts.

 

Elderwood at Hamburg is seeking an accomplished, people-centered Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical excellence in one of our most dynamic and high-impact skilled nursing communities. This is a pivotal leadership role for a nurse executive who believes that strong systems, empowered teams, and high standards are the foundation of exceptional resident care.

 

Located in the Southtowns of Western New York, Elderwood at Hamburg serves residents with complex medical and sub-acute needs, offering a DON the opportunity to practice at the top of their license while shaping the full nursing operation - strategy, staffing, quality, and culture.

Why This Role Matters:

As Director of Nursing, you are not just overseeing care - you are defining it. You will:

Set the clinical vision and expectations for the entire Nursing Services Department

Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing nursing leadership team

Drive quality outcomes, regulatory readiness, and continuous improvement

Partner closely with the Administrator, Medical Director, Pharmacy, and interdisciplinary leaders

Be the clinical voice and decision-maker residents, families, and staff trust

This role is ideal for a DON who wants true influence, not just responsibility.

Who Thrives Here:

You are a confident, steady, and respected nurse leader who:

Builds trust and accountability through clear communication

Leads with presence, fairness, and follow-through

Creates an environment where staff feel proud of their work

Solves problems thoughtfully and diplomatically

Balances compassion with operational discipline

You understand that culture is built daily - not delegated.

Why Elderwood at Hamburg:

High-acuity clinical environment that keeps your skills sharp

Engaged leadership partnership and organizational support

Opportunity to make visible, lasting impact

A community-based setting with strong local roots

Part of Elderwood’s mission: People Caring for People

Ready to Lead Where It Counts?

If you’re looking for a DON role where your leadership is felt, respected, and essential, we’d welcome the conversation.

Apply today and help shape the future of care at Elderwood at Hamburg.

Responsibilities

(RN - Director of Nursing): What You’ll Lead & Own

Nursing Operations & Staffing: Oversight of nurse staffing, scheduling, onboarding, and development across all shifts

Clinical Quality & Outcomes: Assessment, planning, documentation, and delivery of high-quality nursing care

Interdisciplinary Coordination: Collaboration with physicians, pharmacy partners, consultants, and ancillary services

Leadership Development: Direct supervision, coaching, and performance management of nursing leadership and staff

Education & Training: Design and execution of orientation, in-service training, and ongoing clinical education

Regulatory Excellence: Participation and leadership in Quality Management and continuous improvement initiatives

Workforce Pipeline Development: May serve as Program Coordinator for the Nursing Assistant Training Program

Qualifications

(RN - Director of Nursing): 

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (NY required)

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration preferred

Minimum 2+ years of supervisory nursing leadership experience (DON or ADON level strongly preferred)

Geriatric or long-term care experience highly valued

Proven ability to lead teams, manage change, and improve outcomes

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