Director of Nursing, RN

Silverado; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Referral program

Pet Insurance

Auto and Home Insurance and Discount

Job summary

Silverado in Encinitas, California, seeks a Director of Nursing (RN) to lead clinical operations in a premier memory care environment. The role blends clinical expertise with strategic leadership to elevate resident well-being and staff performance.

The successful candidate will oversee scheduling, training, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while fostering a compassionate, team-driven culture. Excellent communication and commitment to memory care are essential.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in California
• Proven leadership experience in senior/long-term care
• Strong supervisory and coaching skills
• Comfortable working with memory-impaired residents and animals
• Willingness to work outside regular hours as needed
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Serve as the clinical liaison between residents, families, nursing staff, physicians, and administrators
• Evaluate nurse performance and implement best practices to uphold care standards
• Develop short- and long-term goals for staffing, procedures, and clinical operations
• Ensure the Resident Care Director effectively manages scheduling, onboarding, and training
• Monitor departmental expenses and maintain budgetary oversight
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

Skills

RN license

Clinical leadership

Staff coaching

Communication

Job description

Join Silverado Encinitas, a memory care innovator ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has delivered exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions. We’re a certified Great Place to Work® and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

We’re hiring a Director of Nursing (RN) – a compassionate and strategic clinical leader who ensures excellence in care delivery and supports a thriving team environment. This role blends clinical expertise, leadership, and empathy to elevate the quality of life for our residents.

Be a leader with a memory care innovator!

You lead with heart, clinical excellence, and integrity. You’re dependable, collaborative, and thrive in a mission-driven environment. You’re passionate about supporting individuals with memory impairments and empowering your team to deliver outstanding care.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Serve as the clinical liaison between residents, families, nursing staff, physicians, and administrators
• Evaluate nurse performance and implement best practices to uphold care standards
• Develop short- and long-term goals for staffing, procedures, and clinical operations
• Ensure the Resident Care Director effectively manages scheduling, onboarding, and training
• Monitor departmental expenses and maintain budgetary oversight
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state
• Proven leadership experience in a senior care or long-term care setting
• Strong supervisory skills including coaching, team development, and conflict resolution
• Passion for working with individuals with Alzheimer’s and other memory impairments
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
• Reliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standards
• Willingness to work outside regular hours based on business needs
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills across diverse audiences
• Must be comfortable working with animals and pets
• Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
• Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™
• Certified Great Place to Work® for seven consecutive years
• Strong internal mobility and ongoing training

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Anticipated pay range

$165,000 — $175,000 USD

Silverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Other amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!

* Silverado does not accept candidates from outside recruiters or agencies for this role. *

California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law.

Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing (if applicable).

Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security

EOE/M/F/D/V