Director of Nursing

University of Minnesota School of Nursing; Northfield, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Three Links Health Services in Northfield, MN is seeking a Director of Nursing to provide strategic leadership for nursing services in a skilled nursing facility. You will oversee quality resident care, mentor frontline teams, and ensure regulatory compliance and survey readiness.

The ideal candidate holds an active MN RN license, an associate degree in nursing (BSN preferred), and 1–2 years of DON or nursing management experience in long-term care, with a commitment to dignity and excellent

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Minnesota.
• Associate degree in nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Minimum 1–2 years DON or nursing management in a skilled nursing facility.
• Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and clinical operations.
• Confident leadership with ability to coach and support teams.
• Commitment to resident dignity, quality outcomes, and organizational values.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for nursing services within the skilled nursing facility
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, resident-centered clinical care
• Lead, mentor, and develop nursing leadership and frontline teams
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, including Medicare requirements
• Oversee clinical documentation, audits, and quality outcomes
• Partner with leadership on survey readiness and continuous improvements
• Address resident and family concerns with professionalism and compassion
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and excellence
• Support staffing oversight, clinical education, and performance management
• Champion safety, infection prevention, and best clinical practices

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Teamwork

Regulatory knowledge

Education

RN license Minnesota

Associate degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Director of Nursing (DON)

Salary Range: $104,842 - $133,805

Location: Three Links Health Services - Northfield MN

At Three Links Health Services, leadership is about more than managing schedules, surveys, and day-to-day operations—it’s about setting the tone for exceptional care and creating a culture where residents and employees can thrive.

We are proud to be a five-star rated organization with zero deficiencies and, most importantly, an amazing team that works together like family.

In long-term care, the Director of Nursing plays a vital role in shaping culture, supporting frontline teams, and ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate, and high-quality care every day. This is an opportunity to lead with purpose, influence outcomes, develop a strong nursing team, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of both residents and staff.

If you are a passionate nursing leader who believes in teamwork, accountability, and exceptional resident care, we invite you to consider joining the Three Links Health Services family.

What Makes Us Different:

• Competitive Leadership Compensation - market-aligned salary range
• Strong Clinical Support & Collaboration - partner closely with the Administrator and interdisciplinary leadership team
• Misson-Driven Organization - focused on dignity, respect, and resident-centered care
• Technology-Enabled Operations - systems that support compliance, documentation accuracy, and workflow efficiency
• Recognition That Matters - meaningful appreciation through our recognition platform and organizational celebrations
• Leadership Stability & Support - an organization that values consistency, communication, and professional trust

What You'll Do:

• Provide overall leadership and direction for nursing services within the skilled nursing facility
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, resident-centered clinical care
• Lead, mentor, and develop nursing leadership and frontline teams
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, including Medicare requirements
• Oversee clinical documentation, audits, and quality outcomes
• Partner with leadership on survey readiness and continuous improvements
• Address resident and family concerns with professionalism and compassion
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and excellence
• Support staffing oversight, clinical education, and performance management
• Champion safety, infection prevention, and best clinical practices

What You'll Bring:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Minnesota
• Associate degree in nursing required (BSN preferred)
• Min 1-2 year of DON or nursing managements experience in a skilled nursing facility
• Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and clinical operations
• Confident leadership presence with the ability to coach and support teams
• Commitment to resident dignity, quality outcomes, and organizational values

Benefits That Support You:

• Flexible Paid Time Away (Exempt) - take time off as needed in partnership with your manager and business needs
• Comprehensive Health Coverage - 100% employer-paid employee-only health insurance
• Health Savings Acct Contributions - $150 per month employer match
• Retirement Readiness 0- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Life Insurance - employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
• Voluntary Benefits - dental, vision, disability, accidents, and critical illness options

Lead with purpose. Inspire excellence. Make a lasting difference.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE): Three Links Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any protected status under applicable law.