Director of Nursing
Listed compensation
$100k-$135k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: AUSTIN, TX 78717Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $135,000.00 Salary/yearDirector of Nursing (DON) Are you a visionary nursing leader passionate about delivering exceptional patient care?
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our dedicated nursing team in our vibrant skilled nursing and post-acute care facility.
In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of nursing services, ensuring the highest standards of clinical excellence, resident safety, and regulatory compliance. You will lead, mentor, and develop a compassionate team, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and outstanding patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage all nursing operations and staff. Ensure adherence to all state, federal, and facility regulations. Champion quality improvement initiatives and resident satisfaction. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to optimize care delivery.
Qualifications
Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license. Minimum of 3 years of progressive nursing leadership experience, preferably in a skilled nursing or post-acute setting. Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements. Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Why Join Our Team? We believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive package of great benefits, and a truly supportive and collaborative work environment that makes this a great place to work. Come lead with us and make a real difference! Apply Today!
Key Responsibilities
The Director of Nursing will oversee all nursing operations, staff management, and clinical excellence within the facility. They are responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering a culture of continuous quality improvement and resident satisfaction.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license. A minimum of 3 years of progressive nursing leadership experience in a skilled nursing or post-acute setting is required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 50 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 52% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$118k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $121k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$118k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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Living in Austin
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $455k≈ 4.5× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $1,586/mo≈ 19% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 24 min
- State income tax
- None
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.
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