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Director of Nursing - Skilled Nursing

sacramento, PA

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Director of Nursing (DON) – Skilled Nursing

Relocation to Lakeport, CA

Full Spectrum Search Group is a full-service healthcare recruiting agency specializing in post-acute leadership and healthcare administration. We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing Services (DNS) for a skilled nursing facility in Lakeport, California .

This is a high-impact opportunity for a hands-on nursing leader who is ready to strengthen clinical operations, rebuild nursing culture, develop staff, and make a meaningful impact on the overall performance of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

Provide overall leadership and oversight of nursing operations within the facility

Maintain a strong presence on the nursing floor and lead by example

Lead, mentor, develop, and retain nursing staff across all departments

Build a cohesive nursing team and establish a culture of accountability and teamwork

Ensure delivery of high-quality resident care and positive clinical outcomes

Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements

Drive survey readiness, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives

Identify and address clinical, documentation, and process gaps

Partner with the Administrator and interdisciplinary leadership team to achieve clinical and operational goals

Monitor staffing levels, scheduling, and workforce development

Oversee infection prevention, risk management, and quality initiatives

Help stabilize and improve overall nursing operations and facility performance

Qualifications

Active California RN license or eligibility for California licensure

Previous Director of Nursing, Director of Nursing Services, or comparable nursing leadership experience in a skilled nursing facility

Proven hands-on leadership style with a willingness to be actively involved on the nursing floor

Strong understanding of California skilled nursing regulations and the survey process

Demonstrated ability to build, develop, and stabilize clinical teams

Experience in a turnaround, rebuilding, or challenging skilled nursing environment preferred

Strong communication, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Willing to relocate to Lakeport, CA

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

High-Impact Leadership Opportunity: Take ownership of clinical operations and play a key role in strengthening nursing performance, staff culture, and resident care.

Hands-On Leadership: Lead from the floor, work directly with staff, and remain actively involved in day-to-day clinical operations.

Supportive Leadership Team: Work alongside experienced operational leadership with a collaborative approach and a strong commitment to the facility's success.

Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive compensation package that reflects the experience and leadership expertise required for this position.

Relocation Assistance: Relocation support may be available for the right candidate.

Other Nursing Leadership Opportunities

If Lakeport isn't the right fit, we also have Regional Nurse Consultant opportunities available in California , including:

Northern California: Regional Nurse Consultant overseeing a portfolio of skilled nursing facilities, with a focus on clinical quality, regulatory compliance, survey readiness, and quality improvement.

Central Valley: Regional Nurse Consultant supporting five skilled nursing facilities in the Modesto/Turlock area, partnering with the CNO and regional leadership during a period of significant organizational growth.

If either of these opportunities is of interest, we would be happy to discuss them with you.

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Full Spectrum is an equal opportunity search firm. We recruit candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under local, state, or federal law.

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sacramento, PA, 17968, US

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