Director of Nursing

Haven Healthcare; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid sick time

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Haven Healthcare near Mattoon, IL is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead nursing operations at a Skilled Nursing Facility. The role requires an Illinois RN license and prior DON experience in a SNF, with a focus on quality resident care and regulatory compliance.

The DON will mentor staff, manage staffing and performance, oversee policy and QA programs, and ensure readiness for IDPH and CMS surveys in a fast-paced long-term care setting. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois RN license or ability to obtain one.
• Previous DON experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility is required.
• Strong knowledge of IDPH regulations, CMS requirements, and long-term care standards.
• Proven leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all nursing services and clinical operations.
• Ensure high-quality, safe, and resident-centered care.
• Lead, mentor, and develop nursing staff.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, performance, and departmental operations.
• Oversee clinical policies, procedures, quality assurance, and performance improvement programs.
• Monitor clinical outcomes, infection prevention and control, and risk management.
• Work collaboratively with physicians, residents and families, interdisciplinary team members, and facility leadership.
• Prepare for and participate in IDPH and CMS surveys, inspections, audits, and compliance activities.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Illinois RN license

Tools

IDPH regulations knowledge

CMS requirements

Job description

Director of Nursing (DON) – Skilled Nursing Facility

Location: Near Mattoon, IL
Salary: $90,000–$100,000 per year
Job Type: Full-time

A well-established Skilled Nursing Facility in East Central Illinois is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead and oversee all nursing operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nursing leader who is passionate about quality resident care, clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and developing a strong nursing team.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all nursing services and clinical operations.

• Ensure high-quality, safe, and resident-centered care.

• Lead, mentor, and develop nursing staff.

• Manage staffing, scheduling, performance, and departmental operations.

• Oversee clinical policies, procedures, quality assurance, and performance improvement programs.

• Monitor clinical outcomes, infection prevention and control, and risk management.

• Work collaboratively with physicians, residents and families, interdisciplinary team members, and facility leadership.

• Prepare for and participate in IDPH and CMS surveys, inspections, audits, and compliance activities.

• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license, or ability to obtain one.

• Required: Previous Director of Nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility.

• Strong knowledge of IDPH regulations, CMS requirements, and long-term care standards.

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

• Demonstrated ability to manage nursing staff and clinical operations.

• Knowledge of quality assurance, infection prevention, survey readiness, and regulatory compliance.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced long-term care environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• $90,000–$100,000 annual salary, based on experience

• Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance

• Paid sick time

• Paid vacation

• Paid holidays

• Supportive leadership environment

• Stable ownership and established operations

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident care and clinical outcomes