Travel DON: Lead Compassionate Nursing Across Iowa

Care Initiatives

West Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Care Initiatives invites an experienced RN leader to join us as Travel Director of Nursing, leading nursing operations across our skilled nursing communities in Iowa with a focus on regulatory compliance and high clinical standards.

You will champion a person-centered, home-like care model, coach nursing leaders and staff, coordinate care transitions, and participate in on-call rotations as part of a collaborative leadership team. This role is full-time and travel-intensive.

Qualifications

Must have more than a year of proven DON experience in a Skilled Nursing facility.
Ability to travel throughout Iowa; overnight travel required.
Valid RN license in good standing (Iowa) or ability to activate.
Willingness to serve as DON, ADON, or MDS as needed.
CPR certification is required.
Knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee nursing operations, ensure regulatory compliance and high clinical standards.
Champion person-centered, home-like care that respects resident choice and independence.
Coach and mentor nursing leaders and staff to deliver relationship-based care.
Ensure appropriate care through strong care coordination and smooth transitions.
Drive staffing effectiveness, safety, budget accountability, and operational efficiency.
Participate in on-call rotation with leadership team.