Director of Nursing

Jobot; Mediapolis (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Jobot, a premier provider of post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care, is seeking a Director of Nursing in Mediapolis, IA to oversee nursing operations and lead the clinical team.

You will ensure high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and effective collaboration with facility leadership and the interdisciplinary team. Excellent benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Active RN license or eligibility to obtain.
• Leadership experience in skilled nursing or long-term care.
• Experience with regulatory standards and quality improvement.
• Ability to lead a diverse interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for nursing services and clinical operations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and nursing leadership staff.
• Ensure residents receive high-quality, individualized, and compassionate care.
• Oversee nursing staffing, scheduling, and appropriate clinical coverage.
• Monitor resident outcomes, changes in condition, care plans, and clinical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations and standards.
• Oversee quality assurance, performance improvement, infection prevention, and resident safety initiatives.
• Participate in and prepare the nursing department for regulatory surveys and audits.
• Identify opportunities to improve clinical processes, quality measures, and resident outcomes.
• Partner with the MDS team to support accurate assessments, documentation, care planning, and reimbursement processes.
• Oversee the hiring, orientation, training, performance management, and ongoing development of nursing staff.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapy, social services, administration, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain open communication with residents and families and assist with addressing clinical concerns.
• Monitor nursing policies and procedures and ensure consistent implementation throughout the department.
• Promote a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork, accountability, resident safety, and quality care.

Skills

RN leadership

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Clinical documentation

Communication

Staff scheduling

Education

RN license

Job description

Director of Nursing Needed for Long Term Care Facility

Salary: $80,000 - $110,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a premier provider of post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care services, dedicated to delivering compassionate, personalized care to every individual we serve. Our interdisciplinary teams work together to create individualized care plans focused on each resident’s health, well-being, and quality of life.

Our services include post-hospital rehabilitation, long-term care, memory care, and specialized clinical programs, including neurological and stroke care, post-cardiac care, orthopedic care, pulmonary care, and wound care. With a strong focus on clinical excellence and personal attention, we strive to create a welcoming environment where residents feel supported throughout every stage of their care and recovery.

Why join us?

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Job Details

The Director of Nursing will oversee all nursing operations and provide leadership to the clinical team while ensuring resident care meets established clinical, regulatory, and quality standards. This individual will work closely with facility leadership and the interdisciplinary team to support positive resident outcomes and a strong culture of accountability and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for nursing services and clinical operations
• Lead, mentor, and develop RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and nursing leadership staff
• Ensure residents receive high-quality, individualized, and compassionate care
• Oversee nursing staffing, scheduling, and appropriate clinical coverage
• Monitor resident outcomes, changes in condition, care plans, and clinical documentation
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations and standards
• Oversee quality assurance, performance improvement, infection prevention, and resident safety initiatives
• Participate in and prepare the nursing department for regulatory surveys and audits
• Identify opportunities to improve clinical processes, quality measures, and resident outcomes
• Partner with the MDS team to support accurate assessments, documentation, care planning, and reimbursement processes
• Oversee the hiring, orientation, training, performance management, and ongoing development of nursing staff
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapy, social services, administration, and other members of the interdisciplinary team
• Maintain open communication with residents and families and assist with addressing clinical concerns
• Monitor nursing policies and procedures and ensure consistent implementation throughout the department
• Promote a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork, accountability, resident safety, and quality care

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license or ability to obtain
• Previous nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or a similar healthcare environment
• Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, or comparable leadership experience preferred
• Strong understanding of long-term care regulations, clinical documentation, and quality standards
• Experience leading and developing nursing teams
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple clinical and operational priorities
• Commitment to resident-centered care and continuous quality improvement

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