Director of Nursing

Company Description

A LITTLE ABOUT US: 

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services; we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, inclusion, and person-centered care. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those with mental health, behavioral, or complex medical needs.  

Our mission is simple but powerful: respecting and responding to the choices of people in need of supports. This mission guides everything we do, from creating individualized service plans to building strong partnerships with families, teams, and communities.  

As a Dungarvin employee, you’ll be at the heart of that mission. You’ll help people live meaningful lives on their own terms, supporting their goals, honoring their choices, and empowering their independence.  

With nationwide services, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference; one person, one voice, one choice at a time.  

Join our nationwide family and let us help you achieve your unique goals and dreams.  

WE OFFER: 

• Compensation: $90,000 Annually (Fixed Rate)
• Work Environment: Onsite/Hybrid(2-3 days per month) in Indianapolis, IN
• Team Culture: You'll be part of a supportive, mission-driven leadership team that believes in collaboration, accountability, and developing people. We value leaders who build relationships, embrace change, and aren't afraid to roll up their sleeves to help move the organization forward.
• Work Schedule: Typically, 8 AM - 5 PM CST, On call as needed.  
• Travel Requirement: Quarterly site visits required throughout the state, some overnight travel required.
• Retirement Plan: 401 K plan with employer match after one year of service.
• Company-Provided Hardware and Cellphone Stipend: All necessary equipment will be provided, along with a monthly stipend for cell phone expenses.
• Time Away: PTO that increases with tenure, and PTO donation options
• Insurance & Health: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, pet insurance, supplemental insurance options, and flexible spending and health savings accounts (FSA and HSA). Plus, 100% company-paid long-term disability and life insurance.
• Employee Perks: National Brand Discounts, Employee Referral Program, and Employee Assistance Program
• Job Mobility: Dungarvins multi-state footprint allows internal job mobility nationwide.
• Mileage Reimbursement: $0.45 cents per mile

Job Description

The Director of Nursing provides strategic leadership for all nursing services throughout Indiana operations. This role oversees clinical programs, regulatory compliance, quality assurance initiatives, and nursing staff development while ensuring exceptional healthcare outcomes for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Working closely with operational leaders, physicians, pharmacies, and other healthcare partners, you'll develop clinical best practices, strengthen nursing operations, monitor quality metrics, and build a culture centered on compassionate, person-focused care and continuous improvement.

What You Get To Do:

• Nursing Leadership & Team Development: Lead and develop the nursing team by providing coaching, mentorship, performance management, and ongoing education. Oversee hiring, orientation, competency training, and Med Core A & B instruction to build a high-performing clinical team.
• Clinical Operations & Quality: Direct nursing services across Indiana operations, ensuring high-quality, person-centered care through healthcare assessments, medication management, quality assurance programs, and individualized health risk planning for persons served.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Maintain compliance with Indiana regulations, ICF standards, and organizational policies while overseeing clinical audits, incident reviews, corrective action plans, and enhanced monitoring for medically fragile individuals.
• Strategic Partnership & Clinical Support: Partner with operational leaders, physicians, pharmacies, and interdisciplinary teams to strengthen clinical outcomes, improve nursing practices, support organizational initiatives, and provide on-call leadership for emergent clinical needs.

Qualifications

MUST HAVE:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.