Director of Nursing (DON)

Accura HealthCare of Aurelia; South Dakota; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Director of Nursing to lead their nursing team in a skilled nursing community. This full-time role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives while fostering a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess a current RN license and have supervisory experience in long-term care. With a focus on quality and person-centered care, this position provides opportunities for professional growth and development. Join a team that values trust, integrity, and commitment to excellence in healthcare.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Employer Paid Life & AD&D

Supplemental Benefits

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with leadership experience in Long Term Care.
• Strong skills in business management and critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct the nursing department's operations.
• Ensure high-quality care in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Business Management

Financial Management

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) License

Job description

Lake Andes 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:

• Full-time leadership role, with shared on-call rotation.
• Competitive salary with credit for nursing and leadership experience, up to $110K.
• Strong regional clinical and reimbursement support.
• Excellent benefits package, including Discretionary PTO for work-life balance.

ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY:
Lake Andes Senior Living is a 43-bed Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) located in Lake Andes, SD. 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 resident, 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, without restrictions, and/or ability to obtain a state-specific license.
• Supervisory/management experience in Long Term Care (LTC).
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid rules and regulations.
• Strong skills in the following areas: business and financial management, critical thinking and analytics, verbal, and written communication.
• 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*
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)

*These benefits are available to full-time employees. Minnesota employees are eligible for PTO 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!