Nursing Director: Lead Clinical Excellence in Senior Living

Cedarhurst Living; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k) plan with company match

GROW Points rewards program

Skechers shoe discounts

Early paycheck access

Job summary

Cedarhurst Living seeks a Director of Nursing in Springfield, MO, to provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management of all clinical operations in the community. You will ensure safe, high‑quality, person-centered care in line with state and federal regulations and organizational policies.

You’ll lead nurses, CNAs, and medication staff, promoting continuous professional development. You will drive individualized service plans, quality assurance, regulatory readiness, and survey readiness

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with an active state license as an RN or LPN.
• Minimum of three years of nursing experience preferred.
• CPR or BLS certification preferred.
• Experience with person-centered care and dementia preferred.
• Proficiency with common digital tools and electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of quality care and resident assessments compliant with regulations.
• Develop nursing service objectives, policies and procedures aligned with organizational goals.
• Maintain a safe working environment and prevent accidents.
• Provide nursing coverage and supervision as needed.
• Interview, hire, train, supervise, and retain a high-performing nursing team.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Education

RN/LPN license (active)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Cedarhurst Living seeks a Director of Nursing in Springfield, MO, to provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management of all clinical operations in the community. You will ensure safe, high‑quality, person-centered care in line with state and federal regulations and organizational policies.

You’ll lead nurses, CNAs, and medication staff, promoting continuous professional development. You will drive individualized service plans, quality assurance, regulatory readiness, and survey readiness