Director of Nursing (DON)Highland Healthcare Center | Highland, ILAs the Director of Nursing, you will oversee all nursing operations while ensuring the highest standards of clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and resident-centered care. You'll mentor and support an exceptional nursing team while partnering with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary staff to create outstanding outcomes for our residents.
Responsibilities- Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Nursing Department.
- Ensure residents receive compassionate, high-quality, person-centered care.
- Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing policies, procedures, and clinical standards.
- Recruit, mentor, educate, and retain a strong nursing team.
- Participate in care planning, quality assurance, infection prevention, and risk management initiatives.
- Conduct regular clinical rounds and provide coaching and support to nursing staff.
- Collaborate with physicians, residents, families, and department leaders to promote exceptional clinical outcomes.
- Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
- Support facility goals through effective leadership and sound clinical decision-making.
Qualifications- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Previous nursing leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of long-term care regulations and clinical best practices.
- A passion for serving seniors and building strong, engaged teams.
Benefits- Competitive salary
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- DailyPay - Access your earned wages when you need them
- Paid Time Off
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Overtime Opportunities
- Supportive Leadership Team
- Employee Assistance Fund (including PTO donation opportunities)
Apply Today!Join a team that is committed to excellence in resident care and dedicated to supporting the success of its employees.
Highland Healthcare Center1450 26th Street
Highland, IL 62249
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