Director of Nursing

Homewatch CareGivers of St. Cloud; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading caregiving franchise seeks a compassionate Director of Nursing to lead the clinical team in Saint Cloud, Minnesota. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, staff mentorship, and regulatory compliance, ensuring a dignified and safe environment for clients. The ideal candidate will have a BSN, RN license, and significant leadership experience.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Minnesota.
• Minimum of 3–5 years clinical experience with 2 years in a leadership role.
• Deep understanding of Medicare/Medicaid regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the clinical team, ensuring high standards of care delivery.
• Supervise, hire, train, and support nursing staff and field caregivers.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Interpersonal Skills

Tech-savvy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Position Summary:

The Director of Nursing (DON) is a hands-on clinical leader who ensures the highest standards of patient-centered care through professional oversight, team mentorship, and regulatory compliance. This role sets the tone for delivering care - emphasizing empathy, dignity, and relationship-building with clients and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the clinical team, fostering a culture of compassion, collaboration, and excellence in care delivery.

Ensure all clinical operations meet or exceed federal, state, and company standards.

Develop and implement individualized care plans that prioritize dignity, safety, and client choice.

Supervise, hire, train, and support nursing staff and field caregivers; conduct performance evaluations and ongoing coaching.

Build strong partnerships with families and referral sources to coordinate seamless care.

Oversee clinical documentation and compliance, including accuracy, timely assessments, and chart audits.

Champion staff development and continuing education, ensuring team members are confident, competent, and aligned with our mission.

Participate in strategic planning, quality improvement efforts, and regular case conferences.

Serve as the go-to clinical expert and support resource for care teams in the field.

Qualifications:

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Minnesota (active and in good standing).

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required

Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

Deep understanding of Medicare/Medicaid and state regulations.

Proven leadership and team-building skills with a compassionate, servant-leader mindset.

Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a calm, reassuring presence.

Strong communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills.

Tech-savvy with EMR systems and Microsoft Office Suite

What We Offer:

Competitive salary based on experience.

Health, dental, and vision insurance.

Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and flexibility for work/life balance.

401k

Our Commitment to You:

As the Director of Nursing, you’ll be more than a clinical manager—you’ll be a cornerstone of our caregiving community. You’ll have the opportunity to lead with heart, create lasting impact, and help ensure every client and caregiver feels respected, seen, and supported.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Homewatch Caregivers Corporate.