Director of Nursing – Pediatric PPEC (No Nights)

Special Learning Center; Jefferson City (MO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (employer-paid)

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Professional development stipend

Job summary

Special Learning Center in Missouri seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) for its Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care (PPEC) program. The DON will provide medical oversight, program development, and coordination of care for children with complex medical needs.

The role requires an RN with an unencumbered Missouri license and at least 3 years of acute pediatric nursing, plus experience guiding interdisciplinary teams and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• RN with unencumbered Missouri license.
• Minimum of 3 years of acute pediatric nursing experience.
• Knowledge of state and federal healthcare regulations for pediatric programs.
• Experience supervising nursing staff and multidisciplinary providers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the PPEC program policies per MO Health regulations.
• Lead interdisciplinary/quality-control team and licensure efforts.
• Oversee admission/discharge decisions and delivery of high-quality nursing care.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, inspections, and life safety drills.
• Maintain clinical documentation and HIPAA compliance.
• Communicate with families and staff; resolve concerns professionally.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Infection control

Education

Missouri RN license

Job description

Special Learning Center in Missouri seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) for its Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care (PPEC) program. The DON will provide medical oversight, program development, and coordination of care for children with complex medical needs.

The role requires an RN with an unencumbered Missouri license and at least 3 years of acute pediatric nursing, plus experience guiding interdisciplinary teams and ensuring regulatory compliance.