Director of Nursing | DON | RN | Traveling DON | SIGN ON BONUS

Tutera Senior Living and Health Care; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is seeking a Director of Nursing who is passionate and dedicated to senior care. You will manage nursing services and ensure quality standards while benefiting from a supportive mentorship program and competitive salary with a sign-on bonus. This role offers career development through the Tutera University and other impressive perks, establishing a meaningful career in a family-owned organization since 1985.

Benefits

Sign On Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) for Eligible Locations

Advanced Pay with Payactiv

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Engagement Incentives

Tutera University

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state in which you are practicing.
• Two years of experience in a DON role required.
• Prior experience in a LTC/SNF/AL/MC setting required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the administration and management of Nursing Services.
• 24-hour supervision of Nursing Services.
• Assume responsibility for center operations in the absence of the Administrator.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Compassion

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing school

Job description

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Job Description

Director of Nursing | DON | RN | Traveling DON

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care

Sign On Bonus: $5,000

Are you a

WE WANT YOU!

• A superior DON mentorship program to empower you to take ownership of your personal and professional development, improve quality of care, and immerse yourself in a culture of learning
• Tuition reimbursement to support your clinical expertise and leadership skills development
• A network of professionals to assist and guide you in your new role
• A 5-Star DON Orientation Program consisting of welcome gifts, in person training with the Regional Nurse, virtual leadership training with CEU opportunities by senior nurse management, and more
  
  

Job Description

Director of Nursing | DON | RN | Traveling DON

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care

Sign On Bonus: $5,000

Are you a Director of Nursing | DON seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further! Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is seeking health care rockstars to join our team! If you are dedicated and compassionate, WE WANT YOU!

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care supports our Nurse Leaders by providing:

• A superior DON mentorship program to empower you to take ownership of your personal and professional development, improve quality of care, and immerse yourself in a culture of learning
• Tuition reimbursement to support your clinical expertise and leadership skills development
• A network of professionals to assist and guide you in your new role
• A 5-Star DON Orientation Program consisting of welcome gifts, in person training with the Regional Nurse, virtual leadership training with CEU opportunities by senior nurse management, and more
  
  

What Will You Do in This Role?

As a Director of Nursing | DON | RN, you will be responsible for the administration and management of Nursing Services to residents in accordance with orders of the physicians and the total needs of the residents. You will also be responsible for 24-hour supervision of Nursing Services and directing the Nursing Department to maintain quality standards of care. In the absence of the Administrator, you will assume responsibility for center operations.

Do You Have What It Takes?

• A fire and passion for working with seniors
• A flexible, fun, and energetic personality
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state in which you are practicing
• Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing school preferred
• Prior experience in a LTC/SNF/AL/MC setting required
• Two years of experience in a DON role required
• Professional image in both appearance and behavior
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
  
  

Why is Tutera THE Employer of Choice?

• Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is guided by one single purpose: To live the YOUNITE philosophy in every decision, every day. Based on genuine respect, YOUNITE is how we get to know residents and team members on a personal level. By asking about our employees’ and residents’ unique needs and preferences, we actively listen and then deliver. Do you want to work for a company where you are the driving force behind every decision made?
• Tutera offers stability; our family-owned company was founded in 1985!
• Tutera offers a competitive starting wage and amazing benefits! We take care of you so you can be a rockstar at work and at home!
• Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is dedicated to growing and developing our Tutera rockstars. Through Tutera University, every employee has the opportunity to learn new skills and become the best health care rockstar they can be!
  
  

Apply today and let us show you how we are inspired by you.

Equal Opportunity Employer. The wage and benefit information provided in this listing is subject to change. Benefits eligibility criteria must be met to enroll in available benefits.

Benefits

How Can You Benefit?

• Advanced Pay with Payactiv
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) for Eligible Locations
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Engagement Incentives
• Exclusive Tutera Perks
• Tutera University
• Advancement Opportunities
  
  

Job ID

2025-10215

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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