Director of Nursing

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $80,000 - $110,000 per year

Job Details

The Director of Nursing will oversee all nursing operations and provide leadership to the clinical team while ensuring resident care meets established clinical, regulatory, and quality standards. This individual will work closely with facility leadership and the interdisciplinary team to support positive resident outcomes and a strong culture of accountability and teamwork.

Responsibilities

Provide overall leadership and direction for nursing services and clinical operations

Lead, mentor, and develop RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and nursing leadership staff

Ensure residents receive high-quality, individualized, and compassionate care

Oversee nursing staffing, scheduling, and appropriate clinical coverage

Monitor resident outcomes, changes in condition, care plans, and clinical documentation

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations and standards

Oversee quality assurance, performance improvement, infection prevention, and resident safety initiatives

Participate in and prepare the nursing department for regulatory surveys and audits

Identify opportunities to improve clinical processes, quality measures, and resident outcomes

Partner with the MDS team to support accurate assessments, documentation, care planning, and reimbursement processes

Oversee the hiring, orientation, training, performance management, and ongoing development of nursing staff

Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapy, social services, administration, and other members of the interdisciplinary team

Maintain open communication with residents and families and assist with addressing clinical concerns

Monitor nursing policies and procedures and ensure consistent implementation throughout the department

Promote a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork, accountability, resident safety, and quality care

Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license or ability to obtain

Previous nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or a similar healthcare environment

Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, or comparable leadership experience preferred

Strong understanding of long-term care regulations, clinical documentation, and quality standards

Experience leading and developing nursing teams

Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Ability to effectively manage multiple clinical and operational priorities

Commitment to resident-centered care and continuous quality improvement

This is an opportunity to take a key leadership role within an organization committed to providing exceptional care while building and supporting a strong clinical team.

A bit about us

We are a premier provider of post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care services, dedicated to delivering compassionate, personalized care to every individual we serve. Our interdisciplinary teams work together to create individualized care plans focused on each resident’s health, well-being, and quality of life.

Our services include post-hospital rehabilitation, long-term care, memory care, and specialized clinical programs, including neurological and stroke care, post-cardiac care, orthopedic care, pulmonary care, and wound care. With a strong focus on clinical excellence and personal attention, we strive to create a welcoming environment where residents feel supported throughout every stage of their care and recovery.

Why join us

Benefits Include

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Supportive, team-oriented work environment

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Worksite address

mediapolis, IA, 52637, US

Who can apply

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