Nursing Director: Skilled Care & Team Leadership

Belhaven Nursing; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Belhaven Nursing in Chicago, IL seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) to oversee the nursing and therapy services, ensuring high-quality resident care. The DON supervises staff, collaborates with administration, and drives compliance with regulatory requirements.

The role includes leadership of staff development, budgeting for nursing services, and active participation in the interdisciplinary team to optimize resident outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state where the facility resides.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in nursing service administration.
• Strong knowledge of state, federal, and local long-term care regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversees nursing services and therapy department functions and staff.
• Works under the Administrator and participates as an active interdisciplinary team member.
• Ensures qualified staff coverage and appropriate shift assignments.
• Participates in admission screening and planning of resident care.
• Leads staff development and budgeting for nursing services.
• Maintains compliance with Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
• Ensures documentation reflects nursing care and resident responses.
• Coordinates with physicians and other departments for resident care.

Education

RN license / Registered Nurse license

Job description

Belhaven Nursing in Chicago, IL seeks a Director of Nursing (DON) to oversee the nursing and therapy services, ensuring high-quality resident care. The DON supervises staff, collaborates with administration, and drives compliance with regulatory requirements.

The role includes leadership of staff development, budgeting for nursing services, and active participation in the interdisciplinary team to optimize resident outcomes.