Director of Nursing - Copper Ridge

Copper Ridge Health and Rehabilitation Center; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Leadership development and advancement

Job summary

Copper Ridge Health & Rehab in Montana seeks an experienced Director of Nursing to lead our nursing services and drive clinical excellence for residents in a post-acute care setting.

The ideal candidate will have an RN license, 3+ years of nursing leadership, and strong CMS/state regulatory knowledge. We offer a generous compensation package and a path for leadership development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in good standing.
• Minimum three years of nursing leadership experience.
• Experience as Director of Nursing in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or post-acute care setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, state regulations, and survey processes.
• Ability to recruit, mentor, and retain top nursing talent.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all nursing operations.
• Ensure the delivery of exceptional resident-centered care and clinical outcomes.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and survey readiness programs.
• Lead quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
• Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain top nursing talent.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, labor utilization, and departmental budgets.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident outcomes and satisfaction.

Skills

Nursing leadership

CMS regulations

Staff development

Communication

Quality improvement

Regulatory compliance

Team building

Employee engagement

Problem solving

Education

RN license

Job description

Director of Nursing (DON)Copper Ridge Health & RehabSalary: $110,000 - $125,000 Annually DOEGenerous Sign-On Bonus Paid in IncrementsLead Clinical Excellence. Inspire Teams. Make a Lasting Impact.Copper Ridge Health & Rehab is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Nursing to lead our clinical services team and drive excellence in resident care. This is an outstanding opportunity for a passionate nursing leader who is committed to achieving exceptional clinical outcomes, developing high-performing teams, and creating a culture where residents and employees thrive.As a key member of the leadership team, the Director of Nursing will play a critical role in shaping the future of care within our community while ensuring compliance, operational excellence, and an unwavering commitment to quality.If you are a results-driven nursing leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is energized by mentoring others, improving outcomes, and elevating standards of care, we encourage you to apply.Why Copper Ridge Health & Rehab?At Copper Ridge Health & Rehab, we believe exceptional resident care begins with exceptional leadership. We are committed to providing the resources, support, and partnership necessary for our leaders to succeed while fostering an environment built on compassion, accountability, teamwork, and professional growth.We OfferCompetitive salary of $110,000 - $125,000 annually DOEGenerous sign-on bonus paid in incrementsComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA)Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Life insurance401(k) retirement plan with company matchPaid time off and holiday payTuition reimbursementLeadership development and advancement opportunitiesSupportive and engaged executive leadership teamThe opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents, families, and employees every dayPosition SummaryThe Director of Nursing is responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operations of the Nursing Services Department in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as facility policies and procedures.This leader will ensure the highest level of quality care for residents while promoting a positive, engaged, and accountable work environment that supports employee retention and clinical excellence.Essential ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic leadership and oversight of all nursing operationsEnsure the delivery of exceptional resident-centered care and clinical outcomesMaintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulationsLead quality assurance and performance improvement initiativesMonitor and improve quality measures, infection prevention, risk management, and regulatory compliance programsRecruit, develop, mentor, and retain top nursing talentFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvementPartner with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident outcomes and satisfactionManage staffing, scheduling, labor utilization, and departmental budgetsEnsure survey readiness and support successful regulatory outcomesCollaborate with facility leadership to achieve strategic, operational, and clinical goalsQualificationsCurrent Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standingMinimum three years of nursing leadership experiencePrior Director of Nursing experience in a skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or post-acute care setting preferredStrong knowledge of CMS regulations, state regulations, and survey processesProven success in staff development, team building, and employee engagementExceptional communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skillsDemonstrated ability to drive clinical outcomes while maintaining operational effectivenessCommitment to delivering outstanding resident care and customer serviceThe Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate is a servant leader who inspires excellence through mentorship, accountability, and collaboration. You understand how to balance clinical quality, employee engagement, regulatory compliance, and operational success. Most importantly, you are passionate about creating an environment where residents receive the dignity, compassion, and exceptional care they deserve.Apply TodayIf you are ready to advance your leadership career and join an organization dedicated to excellence in skilled nursing and rehabilitation care, we invite you to apply.Join Copper Ridge Health & Rehab and lead a team that is making a difference every day.Provide your feedback on BizChatWe are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.