Director of Nursing

Health Dimensions Group; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Dimensions Group is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) for a skilled nursing facility in Rapid City, SD. The ideal candidate will lead nursing operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a collaborative team environment. This leadership role requires an experienced RN with a commitment to quality care and strong management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing.
• At least 3 years of supervisory or DON-level leadership experience.
• Familiarity with Medicare/Medicaid standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Supervise nursing staff and manage performance evaluations.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and ensure optimal care delivery.
• Manage departmental budget and resource utilization.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Decision-making

Organizational skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in South Dakota

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Join Our Team as a Director of Nursing (DON)!

Are you a seasoned nurse leader passionate about quality care, regulatory excellence, and team development? HDG’s client in Rapid City, SD is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead the nursing department across their skilled nursing facility. If you're ready to bring strong leadership, strategic insight, and clinical excellence to a mission-driven team, we want YOU on our team!

*This is a Search for one of HDGs Clients*

What You’ll Do (AKA: Your Superpowers ️️ )

Lead Nursing Operations & Strategy:

• Oversee 24-hour nursing care, ensuring alignment with all state and federal regulations.
• Develop and revise policies, procedures, and departmental objectives for optimal care delivery.

Supervise & Support a Multi-Level Nursing Team:

• Provide direct supervision to nurses, CNAs, administrative support staff, and department leaders.
• Complete and oversee all performance evaluations, training programs, staffing plans, and disciplinary actions.
• Develop and update job descriptions, performance standards, and professional expectations for nursing personnel.

Ensure Regulatory Compliance & Quality Standards:

• Monitor and guide the development of MDS documentation and care plans per federal and state guidelines.
• Lead the Infection Control program, behavior care planning, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in and support quality assurance and leadership committees.

Foster Team Collaboration & Communication:

• Serve as a liaison between nursing, administration, and ancillary departments to promote coordinated care and planning.
• Interpret resident care needs and collaborate on long-range program development.
• Respond to and investigate resident complaints, incidents, and staffing concerns in partnership with HR.

Oversee Financial & Operational Efficiency:

• Manage departmental budgeting, staffing levels, and resource utilization to support quality and sustainability.
• Evaluate products, services, and procedures to promote resident and staff safety.

What You Bring to the Table (Besides Your Clinical Leadership Skills )

Education & Licensure:

• Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) currently licensed in the state of South Dakota
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Experience & Expertise:

• At least 5 years of experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or DON-level leadership experience.
• Familiarity with Medicare/Medicaid standards strongly preferred.

Skills & Traits:

• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Strong decision-making abilities in emergency, compliance, and clinical settings.
• Ability to promote resident dignity, ethical care, and a collaborative team environment.

Commitment & Flexibility:

• Must be available for on-call responsibilities.
• Willing to assume Clinical Manager duties when needed.

Health Dimensions Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications Licenses & Certifications

Required

Registered Nurse

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