Mobile Director of Nursing

American Medical Administrators MGMT Company; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Telemedicine

Unlimited Assistance

Mayo Clinic Programs

Job summary

American Medical Administrators MGMT Company seeks a Mobile Director of Nursing to provide interim leadership and clinical oversight across multiple skilled nursing facilities. The DON ensures regulatory compliance, drives quality improvement, and supports nursing teams during transitions or leadership vacancies.

The role requires an RN with at least 5 years of long-term care leadership, strong CMS knowledge, and travel up to 75%.

Qualifications

• RN license in applicable state; multi-state preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of nursing leadership in long-term care, with prior DON experience.
• Strong CMS regulatory knowledge and infection control protocols.
• Proven leadership, staff development, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel up to 75% and respond to urgent needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide interim leadership as acting Director of Nursing at facilities as needed.
• Assess and stabilize nursing operations during transitions or staffing shortages.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and company regulations.
• Assist with state surveys, audits, and regulatory responses.
• Monitor quality metrics and support improvement plans.
• Mentor facility nursing leadership and staff on best practices.
• Participate in leadership meetings as a clinical resource.
• Support during crisis management, including infection control incidents.
• Travel frequently across the region; onboard new Directors of Nursing.
• Report clinical concerns and progress to regional/executive leadership.

Skills

RN licensure

Nursing leadership

CMS regulations

Travel up to 75%

Clinical oversight

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

The Mobile Director of Nursing (DON) is a dynamic and experienced nurse leader responsible for providing interim leadership, support, and clinical oversight to skilled nursing facilities across multiple locations. This role ensures regulatory compliance, drives quality improvement initiatives, and supports nursing teams during times of transition, crisis, or leadership vacancies. The Mobile DON collaborates closely with facility administrators, nursing teams, and regional leadership to maintain continuity of care and promote best practices in resident care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide interim leadership as the acting Director of Nursing at assigned facilities as needed.
• Assess and stabilize nursing operations during leadership transitions, regulatory challenges, or staffing shortages.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and company regulations and standards of care.
• Assist facilities with preparation and response to state surveys and audits.
• Monitor quality metrics, develop action plans, and support implementation to improve clinical outcomes.
• Mentor and train facility nursing leadership and staff on clinical best practices, documentation, and company policies.
• Participate in facility and regional leadership meetings as a clinical resource.
• Provide support during crisis management situations including infection control outbreaks or major clinical incidents.
• Travel frequently to assigned facilities within the region or company footprint.
• Actively participate in the onboarding of new Directors of Nursing.
• Report clinical concerns and progress regularly to regional and executive leadership.

Qualifications:

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state(s); multi-state licensure preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of nursing leadership experience in long-term care, including prior experience as a DON.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, survey processes, and infection control protocols.
• Proven leadership, team-building, and staff development skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and effectively manage multiple facilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time and respond to urgent needs with flexibility.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a multi-facility or regional capacity.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to travel between facilities by car or air as required.

• Ability to work in clinical settings including long-term care and skilled nursing environments.

• May be required to work evenings, weekends, or holidays based on facility need.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Additional Benefits:

• Telemedicine: $0 co-pay for telemedicine appointments, providing easy access to medical consultations from the comfort of your home.
• Unlimited Assistance: Receive unlimited support for legal, financial, childcare, elder care, and more—designed to support your personal and family well-being.
• Mayo Clinic Programs: Access exclusive programs from the Mayo Clinic, including resources for workouts, lifestyle, mental health, and diet to promote a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

These additional benefits are available to you without reducing your take-home pay!