Director of Nursing (DON)

Longterm Health Management Services; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Longterm Health Management Services in Rockford, IL is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing to lead the clinical operations at a busy skilled nursing facility. You will oversee nursing services, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive strong resident outcomes.

The DON will mentor leaders, coordinate CMS survey readiness, manage staffing and infection prevention, and partner with the interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois RN license.
• Prior DON experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations and survey process.
• Experience managing large nursing teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all nursing department operations
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and retention initiatives
• Monitor clinical quality indicators and survey readiness
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to improve resident outcomes
• Mentor and develop nursing leaders, including ADONs and Unit Managers
• Manage infection prevention, quality assurance, and risk management programs
• Maintain strong relationships with residents, families, physicians, and staff

Skills

Nursing Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

CMS Regulations

Staff Management

Communication Skills

Job description

Director of Nursing (DON)

Location: Rockford, IL

Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 annually

We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing to lead clinical operations at a busy skilled nursing facility in the Rockford, Illinois area.

The Director of Nursing is responsible for overseeing nursing services, ensuring regulatory compliance, driving clinical outcomes, and supporting a culture of excellence in resident care.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all nursing department operations
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and retention initiatives
• Monitor clinical quality indicators and survey readiness
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to improve resident outcomes
• Mentor and develop nursing leaders, including ADONs and Unit Managers
• Manage infection prevention, quality assurance, and risk management programs
• Maintain strong relationships with residents, families, physicians, and staff

Qualifications

• Active Illinois RN license
• Prior Director of Nursing experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations and survey process
• Experience managing large nursing teams
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $120,000 - $140,000
• Bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off
• Professional growth opportunities