What Directors of Nursing want from their Executive Director

Working Together for Better Senior Care Outcomes

✅ 1. Clear Communication & Consistent Expectations

Open conversations, regular check-ins, and alignment on goals make all the difference.

✅ 2. Support & Advocacy

Back your DON’s decisions. Advocacy with families, staff, and corporate leadership goes a long way.

✅ 3. Adequate Resources & Staffing

Support realistic staffing plans and advocate for the resources your nursing team needs to succeed.

✅ 4. Respect for Clinical Judgment

Value the DON’s clinical expertise. Include them in care-related decisions and policy updates.

✅ 5. Collaboration & Trust

Build a partnership based on mutual trust. Empower the DON to lead while offering high-level support.

Stronger Together.

When Executive Directors and DONs work in sync, senior care thrives.