This job opportunity is located in Elma, IowaFull-Time | Day Shift (Business Hours)
Colonial Manor of Elma is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON), Registered Nurse (RN) to lead our clinical team and drive high-quality, compassionate care.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced nurse leader-or an emerging leader ready to step up-who is passionate about mentoring staff, improving clinical outcomes, and collaborating with facility leadership to shape the future of care.
Join a supportive team that values your voice and invests in your growth.
What You'll Do- Lead and oversee all nursing operations within the facility
- Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing nursing team (RNs, LPNs, CNAs)
- Ensure delivery of high-quality, person-centered resident care
- Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations
- Oversee clinical systems including MDS, care planning, and documentation
- Collaborate with the Administrator and interdisciplinary team on operations and resident outcomes
- Drive quality improvement initiatives and maintain survey readiness
What We're Looking For- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa (or compact state), or ability to obtain Iowa licensure prior to start
- 5+ years of nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
- Prior experience as a Director of Nursing (DON) or Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred
- Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations, MDS, compliance, and quality measures
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop nursing teams
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
About YouYou lead by example and set high standards for care and accountability. You're passionate about resident outcomes, confident in your clinical decision-making, and committed to building a culture of excellence, collaboration, and respect. You take pride in developing your team and making a meaningful impact every day.
Schedule & Compensation- Starting salary: $85,000+ annually, with significant upward flexibility based on experience and proven leadership performance
- Quarterly performance bonus - strong earning potential tied to quality and operational outcomes
- Full-time position
- Day shift / business hours (with leadership responsibilities as needed)
Ready to Make a Difference?If you're a dedicated RN leader ready to step into a Director of Nursing role where your leadership truly matters, we encourage you to apply today.
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