Director of Nursing
Listed compensation
$125k-$130k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
Director of Nursing (DON)
$125,000–$130,000 annually at Maple Crest Health Center in Omaha, NE. We are seeking an experienced nursing leader to oversee clinical operations, lead the nursing department, and ensure residents receive the highest quality of care.
What You'll Do
- Oversee the daily clinical and administrative operations of the nursing department
- Lead, develop, and support nursing staff, including recruitment, training, supervision, and performance management
- Establish and implement nursing policies and procedures that promote quality care and regulatory compliance
- Manage staffing levels and ensure appropriate nursing coverage and resident care
- Monitor quality assurance initiatives, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective action plans as needed
- Collaborate with physicians, residents, families, and other healthcare professionals to support resident needs
- Oversee departmental budgets, medical supplies, medications, and equipment
- Maintain readiness for state and federal inspections while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations
- Promote a safe, respectful, and supportive environment that protects residents' comfort, privacy, and dignity
What You'll Need
Required
- Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Nebraska
- At least five years of nursing leadership experience
- At least one year of experience in gerontological nursing, rehabilitative, or restorative clinical practices
- Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare management, quality assurance, staff development, and regulatory compliance
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and decision-making skills
- Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school
- Two or more years of experience as a Director of Nursing (DON) or Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
Pay and Benefits
- Annual salary range of $125,000–$130,000
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with discretionary employer match
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Accident and critical illness insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–5:30 pm. Additional hours as needed.
Next Steps
Apply today. Our team reviews applications and responds within 48 hours.
Maple Crest Health Center is an equal opportunity employer.
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To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.
Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position.
If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve.
With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Key Responsibilities
The Director of Nursing oversees daily clinical and administrative operations while leading, training, and managing the nursing staff. They are responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, managing departmental budgets, and maintaining high standards of resident care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Nebraska and possess at least five years of nursing leadership experience. Additionally, at least one year of experience in gerontological, rehabilitative, or restorative clinical practices is required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Gerontological Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 40 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 57% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Nebraska is 90.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$128k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $142k in an average-cost state. 59.4% of Nebraska clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · top 25% in nursing leadership | ranked against 1,187 Nursing Leadership listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $125k–$130k | Nursing Leadership median $118k (middle half $99k–$135k)119 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$142k in purchasing power | Nebraska index 90.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| All nursing leadership listings in Nebraska | 63 active | 5,747 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 30% remote · 57% no call · 80% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US registered nurse listings (all specialties): 8% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 3% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Director of Nursing at American Baptist Homes of the Midwest a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Nursing Leadership — ranked against 1,187 active Nursing Leadership listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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