Director of Nursing – DON

Abby Care

Director of Nursing leading clinical operations for a tech-powered family caregiving platform in Nashville. Fostering excellence and compliance within the clinical team at Abby Care.

Posted 4/11/2026full-timeNashville • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $110,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop clinical strategies supporting Abby Care’s mission for children and families with special needs and chronic illnesses.
Collaborate with leadership to set goals, evaluate outcomes, and improve quality.
Foster a culture of accountability, learning, and excellence within clinical teams.
Manage daily clinical operations, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations.
Align staffing and resource allocation with organizational needs to support optimal patient care.
Lead quality assurance programs and compliance efforts to maintain clinical efficacy and patient safety.
Ensure clinical staff adhere to evidence-based practices and regulatory standards.
Oversee patient care delivery to uphold excellence, ethics, and compassion.
Lead performance reviews and professional development for Clinical Nurse Managers and their teams, fostering continuous growth.
Mentor Clinical Nurse Managers, providing tools for effective leadership and professional growth.
Hold leadership meetings to evaluate team performance, address challenges, and implement improvement plans.
Advocate for patient- and family-centered care, ensuring compassionate and responsive interactions.
Address patient and family concerns with professionalism, providing solutions to enhance satisfaction.
Cultivate a welcoming, empathetic environment for all patients and families under Abby Care’s supervision.
Collaborate with finance to develop, monitor, and manage the clinical budget to align with organizational priorities.
Implement cost-effective practices without compromising patient care quality, optimizing the use of resources and staff.
Ensure all clinical practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations, and maintain comprehensive documentation.
Lead quality audits and coordinate with compliance to address findings, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
Stay informed of changes in healthcare regulations, guiding staff through policy updates and maintaining full compliance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s in Nursing (MSN) preferred
Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Colorado, with multi-state/compact state eligibility if applicable
5+ years of leadership experience in a clinical setting
Must reside in Greater Denver Metropolitan Area with a valid driver’s license
Effective communication and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation packages that reflect the value you bring. We reward our team for the impact of their work – full-time employees are eligible for an annual company performance bonus.
Comprehensive health coverage that works for you. We cover 90% of your premiums and 70% for your dependents, with multiple PPO plan options to choose from for medical, vision, dental, life, and short-term disability.
Generous paid time off. We provide policies that allow you to recharge along with 10 paid company holidays.
Team bonding. We love bringing our teams together. As a full-time employee, you’ll get to connect, collaborate, and have fun through team activities and our annual company retreat.
Financial savings benefits to support your future. We support your financial well-being with HSA contributions, optional FSA and commuter benefits, and full coverage of all 401(k) account fees (employer match not currently offered).
Paid parental leave to support your growing family. We provide paid leave, so you can focus on bonding and adjusting to life as your family grows.

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Hard Skills & Tools

clinical strategiesquality assuranceevidence-based practicespatient care deliverybudget managementcomplianceperformance reviewsmentoringresource allocationcost-effective practices

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationaccountabilityempathyproblem-solvingcollaborationprofessional developmentadaptabilityteam performance evaluationpatient advocacy

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)Master’s in Nursing (MSN)Registered Nurse (RN) license