Director of Nursing

Summit Health Care; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Daily pay options

Benefits (health, dental, vision)

PTO

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Supportive leadership

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Summit Health Care in the Edwardsville region of Illinois is hiring a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead the clinical team and oversee resident-centered care in a skilled nursing environment.

This in-person, full-time role requires RN licensure in Illinois, strong leadership and mentoring abilities, and a commitment to regulatory compliance, quality outcomes, staffing, and collaboration with the administrator and interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois RN license in good standing.
• Experience in DON or nursing leadership roles is preferred.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing environments is preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations and standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the nursing department and clinical team.
• Oversee the delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Support, mentor, and develop nursing staff.
• Collaborate with the Administrator and interdisciplinary team to support facility goals and quality outcomes.
• Monitor clinical documentation, care plans, and resident outcomes.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, recruitment, and retention efforts.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and accountable work environment.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Now Hiring: Director of Nursing (DON)!

Location: Edwardsville Region, Illinois
Position: Full-Time | In-Person
Competitive Pay + Benefits

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical team in the Edwardsville region. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong nursing leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality resident care, supporting clinical staff, and maintaining excellence within a skilled nursing environment.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive pay




• Daily pay options




• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance




• Paid Time Off (PTO)




• Employer-sponsored life insurance




• Tuition reimbursement opportunities




• Career growth and advancement opportunities




• Supportive leadership team




• Collaborative and resident-focused work environment

Your Role

• Provide leadership and direction to the nursing department and clinical team




• Oversee the delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care




• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations




• Support, mentor, and develop nursing staff




• Collaborate with the Administrator and interdisciplinary team to support facility goals and quality outcomes




• Monitor clinical documentation, care plans, and resident outcomes




• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives




• Assist with staffing, scheduling, recruitment, and retention efforts




• Promote a positive, collaborative, and accountable work environment




• Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and members of the leadership team

Qualifications

• Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing




• Previous Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, or nursing leadership experience preferred




• Long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred




• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills




• Knowledge of state and federal regulations and standards of care




• Ability to lead, mentor, and support a clinical team




• Commitment to providing high-quality, resident-centered care

This is an in-person position based in the Edwardsville region of Illinois.