Director of Nursing

Hillcrest Health & Living; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider, Hillcrest Health Services, seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) for its Lincoln, NE facility. This role is pivotal in managing nursing operations, ensuring quality resident care, and fostering a team-oriented environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and a solid clinical background.

Benefits

Health insurance starting at $12.45/month

Perfect attendance bonus - earn extra PTO

Dayforce Wallet - access your earnings

Career advancement opportunities

Partner discounts and gym membership reimbursement

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Nebraska or a compact state.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical care and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Lead and manage nursing department, ensuring high care standards.
• Coach and empower nursing staff for accountability and improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Director of Nursing (DON)
Location: Hillcrest Firethorn - Lincoln, NE

Hillcrest Health Services is seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our dedicated nursing team at Hillcrest Firethorn in Lincoln, NE. If you are a visionary clinical leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional care to older adults, we want to hear from you.

Why Join Hillcrest?

We offer industry-leading benefits and a supportive culture that values innovation, teamwork, and career development:

Health insurance starting at just $12.45/month

Perfect attendance bonus – earn extra PTO (up to 6 hours/month depending on status)

Dayforce Wallet – access your earnings when you need them

Career advancement opportunities and professional development support

Partner discounts and gym membership reimbursement

What You'll Do

As the Director of Nursing, you will oversee all aspects of clinical care within the Facility, ensuring compliance, excellence in care delivery, and a positive, team-oriented environment.

Your key responsibilities include:

Leading and managing the nursing department, ensuring high standards of resident care and regulatory compliance

Collaborating with the Administrator to establish and execute clinical goals and strategic initiatives

Coaching, mentoring, and empowering nursing staff to foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Developing, monitoring, and managing the nursing department budget

Addressing and resolving resident and family concerns with empathy and professionalism

Serving as a key decision-maker in clinical operations, care planning, and quality improvement efforts

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should bring:

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) – preferred

Current RN license in the state of Nebraska or a compact state

Minimum 5 years of experience in a skilled nursing facility – preferred

Minimum 3 years of progressive leadership experience (DON, ADON, or Unit Manager) – preferred

Strong critical thinking, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills