RN Leadership Role- Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

Care Initiatives; Osceola (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet pay

Job summary

Southern Hills Specialty Care in Osceola, IA is hiring an RN Leadership Role - Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) for a 90-bed long-term care community. Lead the nursing team to deliver compassionate, compliant care.

This full-time leadership position involves planning, organizing, directing the department, mentoring staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and coordinating with residents and families. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in good standing (Iowa)
• Current CPR Certification
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations
• Desire to learn and grow within a quality clinical team
• Strong empathy, respect, patience and discretion

Responsibilities

• Assist the DON in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department to gain experience for advancement
• Conduct regular rounds to monitor care delivery and address concerns with proactive solutions
• Enforce policies and guide the team for personal and professional growth
• Support and coach RNs to promote teamwork and high-quality care
• Manage administrative functions to improve department efficiency and pave the way for growth
• Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care needs
• Document care accurately to meet regulatory and facility standards
• Follow infection control, safety, and compliance protocols at all times
• Participate in an on-call rotation with other leadership team members

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

CPR Certification

Job description

Southern Hills Specialty Care, a 90-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Osceola, IA, is now hiring!

RN Leadership Role- Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

Make a Difference Every Day – Join Care Initiatives as an Assistant Director of Nursing!

Join our compassionate care team across more than 40 skilled nursing communities throughout Iowa. If you're a dedicated and empathetic caregiver looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others during their healthcare journey, this is your opportunity to shine.

What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities

• Assist the DON in planning, organizing, and directing the nursing department, with the aim of gaining valuable experience and expertise for potential advancement within the organization.
• Conduct regular rounds to monitor care delivery concerns and progress; acknowledge the progress while proposing and helping implement solutions to address concerns.
• Enforce policies and guide the team, fostering both personal and team growth.
• Support and coach RN's to promote teamwork and high-quality care.
• Manage administrative functions to enhance department efficiency and pave the way for future growth.
• Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care needs.
• Document care accurately to meet clinical, regulatory, and facility standards.
• Follow infection control, safety, and compliance protocols at all times.
• Participate in an on-call rotation with other members of the leadership team.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in good standing. License must be valid within the state of Iowa, or ability to activate.
• Current, valid CPR Certification.
• Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations and laws.
• A desire to learn and grow as part of a quality focused clinical team.
• A strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more.
• Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
• Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Care Initiatives is an Affinity Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.