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Riverside Health System
Smithfield, Virginia

Director of Nursing

Registered Nurse Top 5% in Nursing Administration (RN)Full-Time

Listed compensation

$102K - $141K

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Smithfield, Virginia

Hiring Range

$102,200.00 - $140,525.00/Annual Actual pay is determined based on job-related
factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal
equity, and business needs.

Director of Nursing (DON)

Build a Team. Shape a Culture. Make a Lasting Difference.

Sign-On Bonus Available – Up to $10,000 for Qualified Candidates

Leadership Incentive Plan: Ability to earn an annual bonus of up to 7.5% of
annual salary based on performance.

Are you an experienced nursing leader who believes great care starts with great
people? We are seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) who is passionate about
developing teams, fostering a positive workplace culture, and ensuring residents
receive exceptional care every day.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated clinical team while helping
shape the future of resident care in a community where your leadership will be
seen, valued, and appreciated. We're looking for someone who enjoys coaching
others, building trust, creating accountability through relationships, and
inspiring teams to do their best work.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to lead a talented team within a respected healthcare
organization committed to delivering exceptional care across the continuum.

We're seeking a leader who is energized by developing people, strengthening
culture, and creating an environment where residents and employees can thrive.
In this role, you'll have the ability to influence not only clinical outcomes,
but also the experience of the team you lead.

You'll enjoy

* The backing and resources of a large, integrated health system.
* Close collaboration with experienced operational and clinical leaders.
* The opportunity to build an engaged, accountable, and high-performing nursing
team.
* A leadership role where your vision, expertise, and relationships can make a
lasting impact.
* Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a larger
organization.

What You'll Do

Lead and Develop People

* Foster an environment of teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth.
* Coach, mentor, and support nursing leaders and frontline caregivers.
* Set clear expectations while helping team members succeed and grow.
* Recruit, retain, and develop talented nursing professionals.
* Promote a culture of accountability, respect, and excellence.

Ensure Outstanding Resident Care

* Oversee nursing services to ensure high-quality, resident-centered care.
* Collaborate with rehabilitation, social services, activities, dietary,
pharmacy, physicians, and other disciplines to meet resident needs.
* Ensure care plans are developed, implemented, and maintained to support
positive resident outcomes.
* Partner with physicians and clinical teams to continuously improve quality
and service.

Support Operational Excellence

* Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and organizational
policies.
* Maintain appropriate staffing and clinical competencies.
* Lead quality improvement initiatives and promote best practices.
* Champion resident and employee safety programs.
* Coordinate care across the continuum to support seamless resident
experiences.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a relationship-focused leader who can inspire others,
build trust, and create a culture where people are proud to work.

You are someone who

* Leads by example and supports your team through visibility and engagement
* Balances compassion with accountability
* Enjoys coaching and developing others
* Builds strong partnerships across departments
* Creates a culture where residents, families, and employees feel valued
* Understands that people and culture drive quality outcomes

Qualifications

Required

* Active Virginia Registered Nurse (RN) license
* Minimum of two years of Senior Living or Long-Term Care experience
* Minimum of two years of supervisory or leadership experience
* CPR/BLS Certification within 30 days of hire

Preferred

* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
* Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)
* Progressive nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing, long-term care,
or assisted living settings

Join a Community Where Leadership Matters

If you're looking for an opportunity to build a strong team, create a positive
culture, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and
employees alike, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and bring your leadership talents to a team that values
relationships, compassion, accountability, and excellence.

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at
https://www.riversideonline.com/careers
[https://www.riversideonline.com/careers].

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Nursing oversees clinical services, ensures regulatory compliance, and manages staff performance to maintain high standards of resident care. They coordinate comprehensive care plans across multiple disciplines and facilities to meet the medical and safety needs of residents.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical services managementStaff supervisionQuality assuranceCare planningResident assessmentTeam coordinationEmployee trainingSafety managementSenior living management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Director of Nursing at Riverside Health System a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 5% in Nursing Administration (RN) — ranked against 578 active Nursing Administration (RN) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 50 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 58% have no call, 82% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$121k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $120k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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Sign-on bonus
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Work-life snapshot

6.6/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 5% in Nursing Administration (RN)

  • On-site

Living in Smithfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$374k
Median resident rent
$1,195/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Riverside Health System

Hospitals and Health Care
Newport News, Virginia
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000
Leadership Incentive Plan (up to 7.5% annual bonus)
Professional growth opportunities