Director of Nursing

Accura HealthCare of Aurelia; Aurelia (IA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary PTO

Benefits package

Job summary

Lake Andes Senior Living seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead the Nursing department, ensuring top-quality care and regulatory compliance. You will guide clinical matters and oversee ongoing training, education, and development for staff, fostering a high-performing team.

This full-time, day-shift leadership role offers strong regional clinical support, a comprehensive benefits package, and discretionary PTO to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Hold current RN license with applicable state or Nursing Compact License.
• Ability to set and achieve goals for self and team with coaching and development.
• Must be able to perform essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct the nursing department operations.
• Guide clinical matters and oversee training and education.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and standards; promote resident well-being.

Skills

RN license

Leadership

Coaching

Team development

Education

RN license

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of Nursing (DON) plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing department to ensure the highest degree of care in accordance with all laws, regulations, and organization standards. Maintains a physical, social, and psychological environment that promotes the health and well-being of others, proactively anticipating and responding to residents, staff, and community needs. You will guide clinical matters, facilitating and/or providing oversight of training, education, and effective clinical practices.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Hold current Registered Nurse (RN) license with applicable state, or a Nursing Compact License (NCL)
Ability to set and achieve relevant and challenging goals for self and team, including continuous coaching, training, and development of a quality nursing team.
Must be capable of performing the Essential Functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

JOB HIGHLIGHTS:
Competitive Salary – Up to $110,000
Aggressive DON Performance Bonus-Up to 20% Annually
Full-Time, Day Shift Leadership Position
Strong Regional Clinical and Reimbursement Support
Excellent Benefits Package, Including Discretionary PTO for Work-Life Balance
Agency-Free and Fully Staffed Team

ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY:
Lake Andes Senior Living is 43-bed Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) located in Lake Andes, SD. As an Accura HealthCare Community, we embrace a unique, upside-down philosophy that places residents, patients, and direct care employees at the very top of the organizational chart. That includes you!

We take pride in providing quality, person-centered care, in addition to fostering an environment that team members want to be a part of. If you desire an organization that creates an environment that allows both our residents and team members to thrive, consider Accura HealthCare and join us in being partners in care, family for life.

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