Director of Nursing (DON RN)

Losangelespa; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UKG Wallet

Competitive Wages

Great Benefits

Continuing Education & Training

Job summary

The Ridge Rehabilitation Center in Los Angeles seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead, mentor, and elevate our nursing services, guiding clinical teams to deliver compassionate, high‑quality resident care every day.

This executive role requires LTC leadership, RN licensure, and solid regulatory knowledge; you will oversee operations, collaborate cross‑functionally, and foster a supportive, family‑oriented culture.

Qualifications

• Must have RN licensure and leadership experience in nursing.
• Experience supervising a nursing team in LTC environments.
• Knowledge of regulations governing long‑term care.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing and administrative direction for the nursing services team.
• Oversee leadership and guidance of the nursing team per Federal, State, and local standards.
• Ensure resources are used effectively to deliver high-quality resident care.
• Collaborate with other departments for coordinated care.
• Coach and lead the clinical team to success.

Skills

Nursing leadership

RN supervision

Long-Term Care LTC experience

Regulatory knowledge

Education

RN program

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Description

Are You Ready to lead in Healthcare? We are currently seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to join our outstanding healthcare team!

Salary Range: $155k-$180k per year

We are passionate about providing high-quality care and fostering a compassionate, family-oriented environment. We believe in building a positive and collaborative culture that prioritizes trust, communication, and person-centered care.

As a leader in our facility, you will play a pivotal role in guiding and mentoring our nursing team while ensuring the delivery of top-notch care to our residents.

What Makes Us Special?

• UKG Wallet: Access earned wages before payday.
• Competitive Wages: We offer a great salary package.
• Great Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Continuing Education & Training: Stay current with industry standards.

As Director of Nursing, You Will:

• Provide nursing and administrative direction for our entire nursing services team.
• Oversee the leadership and guidance of the nursing team in accordance with Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.
• Ensure appropriate utilization of resources necessary to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Communicate and collaborate with other departments for a coordinated interdisciplinary approach.
• Coach, develop, and lead our clinical team to success.

Must Have:

• Previous experience as a Director of Nursing (DON), Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), or RN Manager.
• 3-5 years of experience in a nursing supervisory role, providing direct care to multiple residents, with Long Term Care (LTC) experience being ideal.
• Graduate of an approved RN program.
• Knowledgeable in nursing practices, procedures, terminology, laws, regulations, and guidelines pertinent to long-term care.

Nice to Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Experience in a Skilled Nursing Environment.
• Familiarity with PointClickCare.
• Advanced education in principles of management and geriatrics or DON certification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Pay Transparency Statement

Compensation for roles varies depending on factors such as location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by state or local law, we provide a reasonable pay scale, including the hourly or salary range we reasonably expect to pay for this role.