Current Missouri RN license or compact state license eligible for Missouri practice.
Experience as a Director of Nursing (DON) or Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).
Experience caring for residents with behavioral health diagnoses, psychiatric disorders, and dementia.
Strong knowledge of CMS regulations and state survey processes.
Proven success in staff development and clinical education.
Ability to lead through change and achieve measurable quality improvements.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
Provide leadership for all nursing operations within the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).
Collaborate with the Nursing Home Administrator and interdisciplinary team for clinical outcomes.
Ensure compliance with CMS regulations and state surveys.
Oversee resident care, clinical documentation, and quality assurance initiatives.
Lead staff education and ongoing clinical training.
Recruit and develop nursing leaders and frontline staff.
Drive improvements in Quality Measures and resident satisfaction.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Monthly Performance Incentive Bonus
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
$0 Copay Telemedicine
Wellness resources through Mayo Clinic programs
Professional development opportunities.
Full Job Description
$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS NEW MONTHLY INCENTIVE BONUS
Director of Nursing (DON) - Hillside Health Care Center
St. Louis, MO | Skilled Nursing Facility | Clinical Leadership Opportunity
Hillside Health Care Center is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical operations in our skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in St. Louis. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a dynamic nurse leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-acuity environments and is passionate about building exceptional clinical teams, driving quality outcomes, and delivering resident-centered care.
Responsibilities
Provide leadership and oversight for all nursing operations within the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).
Partner with the Nursing Home Administrator and interdisciplinary leadership team to deliver exceptional clinical outcomes.
Ensure CMS compliance, regulatory readiness, and successful state survey performance.
Oversee resident care, clinical documentation, infection prevention, and quality assurance initiatives.
Lead staff education, orientation, ongoing clinical training, and leadership development.
Recruit, mentor, and develop nursing leaders and frontline staff.
Drive improvements in Quality Measures, staffing, resident satisfaction, and clinical outcomes.
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Provide calm, decisive leadership in a changing healthcare environment while maintaining a strong focus on quality resident care.
Qualifications
Current Missouri Registered Nurse (RN) license or compact state license eligible for Missouri practice.
Previous experience as a Director of Nursing (DON) or Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).
Required experience caring for residents with behavioral health diagnoses, psychiatric disorders, dementia, and other complex clinical needs.
Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, state survey process, and regulatory compliance.
Demonstrated success in staff development, clinical education, leadership coaching, and team building.
Ability to lead through change, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and achieve measurable quality improvements.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary
Monthly Performance Incentive Bonus
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
$0 Copay Telemedicine
Wellness resources through Mayo Clinic programs
Professional development and advancement opportunities within AMA-LTC
Apply Today
If you are a clinically driven nursing leader with a passion for developing teams and experience serving residents with behavioral health and psychiatric diagnoses, we encourage you to apply.
To learn more, visit our Careers page.
Benefits:
401(k)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
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!
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