Director of Nursing
Seven Hills Foundation
Groton, MA
Overview
Director of Nursing
Seven Hills Pediatric Center, an Affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation
Seven Hills Pediatric Center is seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Nursing to lead our nursing department and oversee all facets of clinical services and programming. This role is central to ensuring high-quality care, regulatory compliance, and a supportive environment for both residents and staff. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, clinical expertise, and a commitment to person-centered care in a pediatric long-term care setting.
Pay: $124,800 - $143,520 per year
Benefits for Full-time Employees:
- Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution
- Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure
- Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution
- Discounted Tuition: With college & university partnerships
- Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework
- Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3–5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills
Work-Life Balance:
- Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year
- Vacation Cash-Out Option
- 3 Paid Personal Days
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Accrued Paid Sick Time
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the nursing department, ensuring alignment with Seven Hills’ mission and goals
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, and local regulations
- Develop and implement quality assurance and improvement programs
- Oversee budgeting, staffing, and resource allocation for nursing services
- Support staff development, performance management, and shared governance initiatives
- Collaborate with other department heads and healthcare professionals to enhance resident care
- Facilitate effective communication and teamwork across clinical teams
- Develop and evaluate standards of nursing care tailored to pediatric populations
- Represent the nursing department in intra-agency and community relations
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
- Education: Master’s degree in nursing (preferred); graduation from an accredited nursing program required
- Experience: 5–10 years of nursing practice, with progressive leadership and managerial experience
- License: Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Certifications: CPR/First Aid required; MAP certification preferred
- Driver’s License: Standard Class C or D license required
Skills and Knowledge:
- Leadership, decision-making, and performance management
- Budgeting and financial oversight
- Clinical expertise in pediatric nursing
- Communication, conflict resolution, and team collaboration
- Ethical practice, cultural competence, and emotional intelligence
- Change management and resilience in dynamic healthcare environments
Why Join Seven Hills Pediatric Center?
Join a mission-driven organization where your leadership will directly impact the lives of children with complex medical needs. At Seven Hills, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence in care.
Apply now to lead a dedicated nursing team and help shape the future of pediatric care at Seven Hills Pediatric Center.
About the Company
Seven Hills Foundation
60 Years of Defining Dignity
Seven Hills Foundation has a 60-year history of caring for people who have the ability to thrive when given the support, respect and dignity that all human beings deserve. The basic principal of serving others is the cornerstone of the foundation upon which Seven Hills is built.
Since a group of parents in Central Massachusetts came together to advocate for their children in 1951, the momentum of advocacy and social justice has grown exponentially. Seven Hills Foundation now stands as one of the most dynamic and comprehensive health and human services agencies in the country. With over 160 locations in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and seven countries abroad, Seven Hills is the premier provider of comprehensive supports for people with significant life challenges.