Director of Nursing

Azria Health

Olathe (KS)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary
Health Insurance
PTO
Holiday Pay
401(k) Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Supportive Leadership Team
Collaborative Work Environment
Opportunity to Lead and Make a Meaning

Job summary

Azria Health seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing team and advance resident care excellence. The DON is responsible for overall leadership, regulatory compliance, staff development, and quality improvement, collaborating with the Administrator and interdisciplinary team to maintain clinical excellence and resident-centered culture.

This full-time role offers a competitive salary, benefits, PTO, and opportunities for professional development while guiding staffing, survey

Qualifications

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
  • Minimum 2 years of nursing leadership experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting.
  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.
  • Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and survey processes.
  • Experience with state reporting, regulatory compliance, and plans of correction.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with residents, families, staff, and community partners.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and direction for all nursing services and staff.
  • Recruit, mentor, develop, and retain high-performing nursing team members.
  • Ensure quality resident care is delivered in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and clinical excellence.
  • Oversee staffing, scheduling, and workforce development initiatives.
  • Collaborate with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary departments to ensure exceptional resident outcomes.
  • Lead quality assurance and performance improvement efforts.
  • Manage survey readiness and regulatory compliance activities.
  • Direct state reporting processes and oversee development and implementation of plans of correction.
  • Monitor clinical systems, policies, and procedures to drive positive outcomes and operational success.

Skills

RN leadership
Regulatory knowledge
Communication
Organizational skills

Job description

Director of Nursing (DON) – RN
Lead Excellence. Inspire Teams. Transform Resident Care.

At Azria Health, we know that exceptional care starts with exceptional leadership. We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and results-driven Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing team and help shape the future of resident care in our community.

This is more than a management position—it's an opportunity to influence quality outcomes, mentor and develop nursing professionals, build a culture of accountability and compassion, and make a lasting impact on the lives of residents and their families.

Why Azria Health?

We believe that when our team members feel valued and supported, they provide exceptional care.

We offer:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Supportive Leadership Team
  • Collaborative Work Environment
  • Opportunity to Lead and Make a Meaningful Difference
Position Summary

The Director of Nursing is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and success of the Nursing Department. This role oversees clinical operations, regulatory compliance, staff development, quality improvement initiatives, and resident care outcomes.

The DON works closely with the Administrator and interdisciplinary team to ensure the highest standards of clinical excellence while fostering a positive, resident-centered culture.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership and direction for all nursing services and staff
  • Recruit, mentor, develop, and retain high-performing nursing team members
  • Ensure quality resident care is delivered in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations
  • Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and clinical excellence
  • Oversee staffing, scheduling, and workforce development initiatives
  • Collaborate with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary departments to ensure exceptional resident outcomes
  • Lead quality assurance and performance improvement efforts
  • Manage survey readiness and regulatory compliance activities
  • Direct state reporting processes and oversee development and implementation of plans of correction
  • Monitor clinical systems, policies, and procedures to drive positive outcomes and operational success
Qualifications
Required
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
  • Minimum 2 years of nursing leadership experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting
  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience
  • Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and survey processes
  • Experience with state reporting, regulatory compliance, and plans of correction
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to build strong relationships with residents, families, staff, and community partners
The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a leader who:

  • Leads with integrity and professionalism
  • Inspires and develops nursing teams
  • Balances clinical excellence with compassion
  • Is proactive, organized, and solutions-focused
  • Embraces accountability and continuous improvement
  • Has a genuine passion for serving seniors
Join a Team That Values Leadership

At Azria Health, you'll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, influence quality outcomes, and help create an environment where residents and employees thrive.

Job Type: Full-Time

License Required: Active RN License

Azria Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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