Interim RN Director of Nursing - Long-Term Care

La Bahia Nursing & Rehabilitation; Texas; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursing facility in Texas seeks an experienced Interim Director of Nursing to ensure compliance and high-quality resident care. Responsibilities include overseeing nursing staff, managing budgets, and enhancing individual care plans. Ideal candidates will hold an active RN license and possess robust leadership experience in long-term care.

Benefits

Assistant Travel Accommodations

Hotel Stays or Housing Allowance

Meal Stipends

Full Corporate Support During Assignment

Qualifications

• Strong clinical and administrative nursing leadership experience.
• Background in geriatric or long-term care nursing.
• Hands-on leadership approach embracing restorative care philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing services ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Hire, train, and develop nursing staff.
• Manage payroll accuracy and nursing operations within budget.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

Active Registered Nurse (RN) License

Job description

Join Our Team as an Interim Director of Nursing

Lead with Excellence in Resident Care

We are currently seeking an experienced Interim Director of Nursing (DON) to step into a vital leadership role within our skilled nursing facilities. This position plays a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance, elevating nursing care quality, and supporting clinical teams with strength and stability. We’re seeking a results-driven RN leader with deep clinical expertise and the flexibility to adapt quickly in new environments.

Your Impact as a Director of Nursing

In this role, you will:

• Ensure Compliance & Excellence: Oversee nursing services, ensuring adherence to company policies and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Lead & Develop Nursing Staff: Hire, train, evaluate, and manage nursing staff while promoting strong team collaboration and accountability.
• Support Floor Staffing: Step in as needed to support clinical staff and maintain exceptional resident care.
• Manage Payroll & Budgeting: Oversee department payroll accuracy and manage nursing operations within budgetary guidelines.
• Enhance Resident Care Plans: Develop and update individualized care plans in coordination with physicians, medical directors, and therapy teams.
• Ensure Proper Documentation: Monitor and ensure accurate resident charting, documentation, and procedural compliance.
• Maintain Resources & Supplies: Guarantee staff have necessary equipment and supplies to deliver safe, effective care.
• Train & Develop Staff: Provide ongoing education and development to support strong clinical outcomes and staff growth.

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re seeking someone who:

• Holds an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of placement.
• Brings strong clinical and administrative nursing leadership experience.
• Has a background in geriatric or long-term care nursing.
• Embraces a restorative care philosophy with a hands-on leadership approach.
• Demonstrates strong communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
• Understands nursing home operations and compliance requirements.

Additional Perks for Interim Assignments

This interim role includes:

• Assistant Travel Accommodations
• Hotel Stays or Housing Allowance
• Meal Stipends
• Full Corporate Support During Assignment

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.