Director of Nursing (DON)

Hcshiring; Shell Rock (IA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays

Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits

Flexible Spending Account

Employer Paid Life & AD&D

Supplemental Benefits

Education Tuition Discounts

401(k) with company match

Education Assistance

Job summary

Shell Rock Senior Living in Shell Rock, IA is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing team and ensure the highest quality care for residents. The DON will coach, train, and develop staff while upholding regulatory standards and organizational policies.

The role emphasizes clinical leadership, relationship-building with residents and teammates, and guiding best practices in a skilled nursing community. Competitive salary and strong clinical support accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Hold current Registered Nurse license with applicable state, or Nursing Compact License (NCL).
• Ability to set and achieve goals for self and team, including coaching, training, and development of a quality nursing team.
• Must be able to perform the Essential Functions of this job, with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing department operations to ensure high-quality care.
• Oversee training, education, and clinical practices for staff.

Skills

RN license / NCL

Leadership experience

Coaching & development

Goal setting

Job description

Shell Rock Senior Living has an opportunity to welcome a dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to join our team! We're seeking a skilled and compassionate clinical leader to lead our team of nursing professionals and continue delivering high-quality care to our residents. Our ideal DON candidate is a registered nurse with leadership experience within senior living and/or an industry-experienced nurse who is ready to elevate their career by serving as a leader who enjoys coaching, training, and developing others. Given the nature of senior living outside of post-acute rehabilitative services, you will have extensive opportunities to develop long-term, meaningful relationships with your teammates and those we serve. If you're ready to use your clinical expertise, leadership abilities, and passion for people in a skilled nursing community dedicated to making a difference, we would love the opportunity to work with you!

JOB HIGHLIGHTS:
Competitive Salary | Starting at $95k, increases based on experience
Discretionary PTO
Strong Regional Clinical and Reimbursement Support
Experienced Executive Director

ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY:
Shell Rock Senior Living is a campus community featuring a 44-bed Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) and The Meadows of Shell Rock, a 30-apartment Assisted Living (AL) located in Shell Rock, IA. As an Accura HealthCare Community, we embrace a unique, upside-down philosophy that places residents, patients, and direct care employees at the very top of the organizational chart. That includes you!

We take pride in providing quality, person-centered care, in addition to fostering an environment that team members want to be a part of. If you desire an organization that creates an environment that allows both our residents and team members to thrive, consider Accura HealthCare and join us in being partners in care, family for life.

ABOUT ACCURA HEALTHCARE:
Accura HealthCare is a Midwest-based healthcare company that manages and operates over 30 skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care communities throughout Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Nebraska. From its beginning in 2016 with 9 care communities, Accura HealthCare has held true to its mission and vision while serving others. Built on the pillars of trust, integrity, accountability, commitment, and kindness, Accura HealthCare is a leader in the Midwest in providing high‑quality care. Our employees play a key role in supporting our purpose, “to care for others,” while advancing our mission “to be partners in care, family for life.”

OUR BRANDS: Accura HealthCare | Stonebridge Suites | Traditions Memory Care

OUR VALUES: Trust. Integrity. Accountability. Commitment. Kindness.

Accura HealthCare is where personal life and work life blend together to bring value and purpose to one’s existence.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director of Nursing (DON) plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing department to ensure the highest degree of care in accordance with all laws, regulations, and organization standards. Maintains a physical, social, and psychological environment that promotes the health and well‑being of others, proactively anticipating and responding to residents, staff, and community needs. You will guide clinical matters, facilitating and/or providing oversight of training, education, and effective clinical practices.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold current Registered Nurse (RN) license with applicable state, or a Nursing Compact License (NCL)
• Ability to set and achieve relevant and challenging goals for self and team, including continuous coaching, training, and development of a quality nursing team.
• Must be capable of performing the Essential Functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays*
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits*
• Flexible Spending Account*
• Employer Paid Life & AD&D*
• Supplemental Benefits*
• Education Tuition Discounts
• 401(k) with company match
• Education Assistance available through education partners

*These benefits are available to full-time employees. 401k is available to FT and PT employees. Minnesota and Nebraska employees are eligible for Sick time regardless of status.

Accura HealthCare, an Equal Opportunity Employer and leading post-acute healthcare provider based in Iowa, has communities in Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Nebraska, and growing!