Director of Nursing: Lead Care, Compliance & Growth

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO Plan

Job summary

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside seeks a dynamic Director of Nursing (DON) to lead the Nursing department in Lincoln, NE. The DON will oversee all aspects of nursing care, ensure regulatory compliance, and guide a team of RNs, LPNs, and CNAs to improve patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate has a strong clinical background, proven leadership, and a commitment to high-quality, compliant care in a skilled nursing setting.

Qualifications

• RN required; Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of nursing in long-term care or skilled facility; at least 2 years in management.
• Certification in Nursing Administration preferred (e.g., CDONA, LNCC).

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage the nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, CNAs).
• Conduct performance evaluations and support professional development.
• Develop and implement policies to enhance patient care and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee resident care plans, assess care quality, and ensure accurate documentation.
• Manage department budgets, staffing, and inter-department collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Quality improvement

Budget management

Education

RN

BSN preferred

Job description

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Brookside seeks a dynamic Director of Nursing (DON) to lead the Nursing department in Lincoln, NE. The DON will oversee all aspects of nursing care, ensure regulatory compliance, and guide a team of RNs, LPNs, and CNAs to improve patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate has a strong clinical background, proven leadership, and a commitment to high-quality, compliant care in a skilled nursing setting.