Director of Nursing DON

Avalon Health Care Inc; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Critical Illness & Accident Coverage

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

Job summary

Avalon Health Care Inc's Avalon Care Center Bellingham in Bellingham, WA is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead a dedicated clinical team and advance resident outcomes. The role requires a current Washington RN license (or NLC-eligible), strong nursing leadership in long-term care, and solid knowledge of regulatory requirements.

Salary ranges from $150,000 to $170,000 per year, with a quarterly bonus opportunity; Avalon supports professional development and a culture of accountability,

Qualifications

• Current Washington RN license (or NLC-eligible).
• Nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing or long-term care.
• Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Proven ability to develop teams and drive clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead all nursing operations within the facility.
• Develop, mentor, and support nursing leaders and staff.
• Drive quality outcomes and resident satisfaction.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and survey readiness.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and departmental performance.
• Partner with the Administrator to achieve clinical and operational goals.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and excellence.
• Support employee engagement, retention, and professional development.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Team building

Staff development

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

Location: 209 - Avalon Healthcare - Bellingham, WA

Job Id:6783

# of Openings:0

Director of Nursing (DON)

Avalon Care Center Bellingham | Bellingham, WA

$150,000 - $170,000/year

Quarterly Bonus Opportunity

Why Choose Avalon?

At Avalon, our culture is built on five core values:

Located in beautiful Bellingham, Washington, Avalon Care Center Bellingham offers an exceptional opportunity to lead a highly engaged clinical team while enjoying everything the Pacific Northwest has to offer.

As our Director of Nursing, you'll play a critical role in shaping resident outcomes, supporting staff development, and fostering a culture of clinical excellence.

• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

What You'll Do

• Lead all nursing operations within the facility
• Develop, mentor, and support nursing leaders and staff
• Drive quality outcomes and resident satisfaction
• Ensure regulatory compliance and survey readiness
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and departmental performance
• Partner with the Administrator to achieve clinical and operational goals
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and excellence
• Support employee engagement, retention, and professional development

What You'll Need

• Current Washington RN license (or NLC-eligible)
• Nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing or long-term care
• Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills
• Proven ability to develop teams and drive clinical outcomes

Ready to Lead with Purpose?

Join a team that values leadership, compassion, and clinical excellence while making a lasting impact on residents, families, and caregivers.

Pay is based on experience, qualifications, and skills.

Avalon Care Center Bellingham is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This facility complies with Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) regulations. Learn more at https://nursecompact.com.

If you believe this posting does not comply with Washington law, send notice to [e-mail]

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