Director of Nursing in OVIEDO, Florida at Legacy Pointe at UCF

Position Title: Director of Nursing (DON) – Skilled Nursing

FLSA: Exempt

Supervisor: Senior Director of Health Services

Supervises: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), Nurses, and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)

Hours: Monday-Friday, Flexible - Weekends, Holidays, and Evenings as required

About Our Mission

At Legacy Pointe at UCF, our mission is grounded in a simple and meaningful purpose: to brighten lives through lifelong enrichment, supported by our partnership with the University of Central Florida. Everything we do is built around that vision. Our community was created on the belief that older adults deserve to live with dignity, connection, opportunity, and joy, every single day. As a Life Plan Community, we provide a full continuum of care, from independent living to assisted living and memory care, all the way to skilled nursing.

Our culture is shaped by hospitality, service, and accountability, and our affiliation with UCF enhances what we offer through lifelong learning, intergenerational opportunities, and innovative programming. Legacy Pointe is a modern, welcoming community where people feel seen, valued, and cared for. Whether someone is participating in a wellness program, engaging in a cognitive activity, receiving compassionate support, or enjoying a meaningful moment of connection, our priority is always their comfort, dignity, and quality of life.

Why People Choose Legacy Pointe

Joining Legacy Pointe means becoming part of a team that appreciates your work and supports your well-being. We want you to feel equipped, encouraged, and valued in your role. Full-time employees receive access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance
2. Company-paid Basic Life Insurance
3. Short-term disability options
4. 401(k) retirement plan
5. Paid time off that grows with tenure
6. Eight paid holidays annually
7. Scholarship programs for employees and dependents
8. Recognition programs, including milestone awards and annual celebrations
9. Employee discount program with savings on attractions, travel, and entertainment
10. Annual staff appreciation events

Work That Makes a Difference

Working at Legacy Pointe is deeply meaningful. Each day brings opportunities to make a lasting difference in the lives of residents and the employees who care for them. As the Director of Nursing, your leadership plays an essential role in ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate, and high-quality nursing care while maintaining their dignity, independence, and quality of life.

In this role, you will guide and support our Skilled Nursing team, promote clinical excellence, and help create an environment where residents, families, and employees feel heard, respected, and supported. You will work closely with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation services, department leaders, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure residents receive coordinated, individualized care. Your leadership will directly influence resident outcomes, employee development, regulatory compliance, and the overall quality of care within our Skilled Nursing Health Center. At the end of the day, you know your work mattered. There is purpose here. There is growth here and there is a place for you at Legacy Pointe.

Director of Nursing (DON) – Position Summary

The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for overseeing the clinical operations of the Skilled Nursing Facility at Legacy Pointe at UCF, ensuring residents receive high-quality, person-centered care in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. The DON provides leadership to nursing staff, promotes clinical excellence, and supports a culture of dignity, compassion, accountability, and service excellence.

Responsibilities include maintaining compliance with CMS, AHCA, OSHA, and HIPAA requirements, overseeing nursing policies and procedures, reviewing clinical documentation, coordinating resident care plans, and maintaining survey readiness. The DON also oversees admissions and discharges, participates in Medicare coverage meetings, addresses resident and family concerns, and leads investigations and corrective actions related to clinical incidents.

The DON supervises the Assistant Director of Nursing, nurses, and Certified Nursing Assistants, overseeing staffing, scheduling, training, performance evaluations, and employee development. This position works closely with Human Resources and department leadership to maintain appropriate staffing levels, support employee engagement, and ensure nursing staff are properly trained and equipped to provide quality care.

Additional responsibilities include managing the nursing department budget, overseeing supplies and equipment, participating in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI), Infection Control, and Safety initiatives, and providing leadership during emergencies. The DON serves as a clinical resource and role model, promoting resident safety, positive clinical outcomes, and a professional, supportive nursing environment.

Requirements and Qualifications

1. Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida required
2. Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
3. Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, or Acute Care required
4. Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or managerial experience in a healthcare setting required
5. Strong knowledge of CMS, AHCA, OSHA, HIPAA, infection control standards, and healthcare regulatory requirements
6. Experience with regulatory surveys, clinical audits, plans of correction, and maintaining survey readiness
7. Knowledge of nursing standards, resident assessments, individualized care plans, medication administration, and clinical documentation
8. Experience coordinating resident admissions, discharges, Medicare skilled coverage, and interdisciplinary care
9. Ability to investigate clinical incidents, address resident and family concerns, and implement appropriate corrective actions
10. Experience participating in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI), Infection Control, and Safety initiatives
11. Strong leadership skills with the ability to recruit, supervise, train, coach, evaluate, and develop nursing personnel
12. Experience managing nursing schedules, staffing levels, employee performance, and clinical competency programs
13. Ability to manage departmental budgets, supplies, equipment, and operational resources
14. Strong clinical judgment, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
15. Excellent communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution, and organizational skills
16. Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members
17. Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems, including PointClickCare, Microsoft Office, and healthcare scheduling systems
18. Ability to maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with resident rights and privacy requirements
19. Ability to respond effectively to emergencies, changing clinical priorities, and staffing needs
20. Must demonstrate a professional, compassionate, and resident-centered approach while promoting teamwork and employee engagement
21. Genuine interest in working with older adults and supporting a senior living population
22. Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying hours based on community needs
23. Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, with reasonable accommodations as applicable

Important Notice: Applicants for this position will be required to complete a background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, per House Bill 531 (2025). Learn more here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com