RN / Director of Nursing / Florida / Permanent / DON Job

Company: Recruit-Care
Location: Sarasota
Posted on: June 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job DescriptionThe Director of Nursing performs various supervisory activities for Supervision of Home Health Aides and Nurses, maintaining client records and employee competency records, and other office coordination duties as requested. Must be familiar with Joint CommissionESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ensures compliance with company policy, Joint Commission Regulations and all federal, state, and local regulating bodies Supervises all activities and staff related to nursing and caregiving Assists with recruiting, hiring, orienting, and ongoing in-service education of all nursing staff and caregiver staff Remains informed and updated on home health regulations and standards Reviews every referral and assigns to the appropriate nurse. Ensures all relevant high-risk data is communicated to nursing staff prior to the start of care Ensures documentation is accurate and complete within each client's chart Reviews and ensures client satisfaction in regards to RightPulse surveys Manages and enforces completion of annual compliance training Develops, implements, reviews, and revises policies and procedures to guide care delivery Develops, implements, and maintains nursing policies and procedures for nursing staff Schedules and supervises all nursing functions while maintaining complete compliance with federal and state regulations Coordinates all client services by reviewing plans of care and treatments, clinical and progress notes, and frequency of care. Communicates with physician's offices, discharge planners, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and families regarding the clients care and status Orients newly hired nursing staff and home health aides. Assists in training and develops in-service and continuing education programs Audits charts regularly to assure proper maintenance of clinical records Monitors job performance through clinical performance evaluations and in-home supervisory visits Maintains key referral source relationships (primarily nurses) Works with the owner to meet or exceed sales goals via excellent, key relationships and contracts Perform other such tasks and assignments as directed by management/leadership of the organization.NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Other general office and clerical functions. Other duties assigned by Owner.EDUCATION / SKILLS / ABILITIES / AVAILABILITY Bachelor of Science degree in nursing (BSN) Registered nurse licensure in the State of Florida Two (2) years of work experience in Home Health Care Ability to make recommendations to address and resolve issues. Ability to make presentations internal and external staff. Ability to effectively deal with diverse groups and individuals and to maintain working relationships. Ability to organize workload and set priorities. Be proficient in preparing and proofreading correspondence and forms. Ability to operate office equipment, including but not limited to computers, printers, copiers, and fax machines. Knowledge of modern office practices. Knowledge and skill in records administration and maintenance. Skill in developing office policies and procedures.WORKING ENVIRONMENT This is a full-time position that works primarily out of the local office. Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Weekends as requested by supervisor.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY This position supervises the Operations Manager, LPNs, Client Care Coordinators, and Caregivers.CLASSIFICATION ExemptREPORTS TO Franchise OwnerCOMPENSATION $90,000 to $95,000 per year 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off You are entitled to the following paid company holidays: New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas DayJob Type: Full-timePay: $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 per yearBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceMedical Specialty:Home HealthSchedule:8-hour shiftDay shiftOn-callWeekend availabilitySupplemental Pay:Bonus payApplication Question(s):Do you have experience with Joint Commission?Experience:Supervising experience: 1 year (Required)License/Certification:RN (Required)Work Location:One location?

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