About this opportunity
San Luis Care Center lists this RN Director of Nursing opportunity in alamosa, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Surrounded by the majestic Colorado Mountains, San Luis Care Center , a Life Care Center s of America facility, is situated in the world's largest alpine valley, the San Luis Valley in Alamosa, Colorado. Just southwest of The Great Sand Dunes National Park and surrounded by shopping and restaurants, our nursing home is a perfect choice for individuals in need of short-term rehabilitation, long-term care or post-operative recovery. We are proud to have achieved the following accolades:
U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for High-Performing Short-Term Rehab for 2026
5-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating
4.8 Google Star Rating out of 123 reviews
Recognized as an “800 Club” member in 2025, an elite designation of the highest performing businesses on Reputation.com
Position Summary
The RN Director of Nursing plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing department to ensure the highest degree of quality patient care in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements
Minimum of an ASN degree from accredited college or university
Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
Two (2) years supervisory experience in a post acute care or related setting
CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Job Requirements
Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for patient needs
Collect, analyze, and manage data
Expert knowledge in field of practice
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions
Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, establish benchmarks, and direct staff
Recruit, select, hire, train, evaluate, counsel, and supervise nursing staff
Assign appropriate level of CNAs and LPNs per shift
Effectively manage department budget
Direct care provided by nursing staff
Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
Effectively manage and operate within budget
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Worksite address
alamosa, CO, 81101, US
Who can apply
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