Director of Nursing Bootcamp

Step into the Director of Nursing role with clarity, structure, and confidence. The DON Bootcamp is a leadership development program designed for nurses transitioning into the Director of Nursing role who want practical guidance on regulatory compliance, clinical oversight, and operational leadership in long-term care.

This program focuses on the real responsibilities of a DON—survey readiness, risk management, staff leadership, and regulatory compliance—so participants walk into the role prepared and supported.

Built for Real-World DON Leadership

The DON Bootcamp provides a structured framework to help nurse leaders understand how to operate a compliant, organized, and survey-ready nursing department. Participants learn practical systems used in long-term care facilities to manage high-risk regulatory areas, oversee clinical processes, and lead nursing teams effectively.

The program combines education, operational tools, and real-world strategies to help new and emerging Directors of Nursing succeed in their role.

Live Virtual Training

Interactive sessions

Practical Tools

Ready-to-use templates

DON Survival Binder

Comprehensive resource kit

Small Cohorts

Interactive environment

Flexible Scheduling Options

Choose the format that fits your timeline. All formats include live virtual training with practical implementation tools.

Standard Bootcamp

4 Weeks

Four-session program delivered over four weeks
Ideal for leaders preparing for the DON role or strengthening leadership skills

Accelerated Bootcamp

2 Weeks

Two-week intensive format
Designed for leaders who need preparation before stepping into a new role

Private Leadership Coaching

Flexible

One-on-one sessions for individualized support and strategy

Coaching is offered multiple times throughout the year.

Comprehensive DON Curriculum

A deep dive into regulatory, clinical, strategic, and executive competencies every DON needs.

CMS regulatory framework
Understanding the survey process and the CMS 2567
Scope and severity interpretation
Immediate Jeopardy prevention
Abuse prevention and investigation systems
Reportable event management
Preventing repeat deficiencies

Infection control compliance and F880 expectations
Pharmacy Compliance and Controlled Substance Management
Wound care oversight systems
Clinical Process Management / Rehospitalization Reduction
Clinical Documentation and Parameter management

Building a 30-60-90 day leadership plan
Developing an effective QAPI program
Oversight of high-risk and problem-prone areas
Mock survey preparation
Writing defensible Plans of Correction

Rehospitalization reduction strategies
KPI dashboards and clinical data oversight
Governance alignment and regulatory risk prevention
Managing ADONs and nurse managers
Administrator collaboration
Protecting your professional license

The DON Survival Binder

Participants receive a comprehensive DON Survival Binder including practical tools and templates used in long-term care leadership:

Additional Program Support

Interactive Q&A Sessions

Practical Implementation Strategies

Real-World Regulatory Guidance

Leadership Discussion & Case Review

Designed for Emerging Nurse Leaders

New Directors of Nursing

Assistant Directors of Nursing preparing for the DON role

Nurse leaders in long-term care

Clinical leaders seeking stronger regulatory and operational understanding

Ready to Step Into Leadership?

Register to reserve your seat in an upcoming DON Bootcamp and step into leadership prepared, organized, and confident.

Coaching is offered multiple times throughout the year. Space is limited to maintain an interactive learning environment.