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Colorado

Director of Nursing

Registered NurseFull-Time

Listed compensation

$125k-$155k

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Job Description

Westwood Post Acute is hiring a Director of Nursing!

Are you a dedicated professional seeking an exciting opportunity? Look no further! At Westwood Post Acute, we are committed to providing personalized rehabilitation, memory care, and nursing services to all who enter our doors. Join us in helping our residents reach their maximum potential in a caring and supportive environment.

What to Expect

Direct and manage all nursing functions within the facility

Why Westwood Post Acute?

  • Competitive pay
  • Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
  • 401k with match (Full-time only)
  • Paid Time Off (Full-time only)
  • Sick Leave
  • Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities
  • Fun environment and a great staff to work with!
  • Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents.

Successful Candidates

  • Current, unencumbered, license to practice as an RN in Colorado
  • Minimum of 5 years nurse management experience preferred.
  • Nurse management experience in a post-acute or skilled nursing facility required!
  • Excellent communication skills

Rate: $125,000-$155,000/year based on experience

Ready to Make a Difference?

After applying, click the link below to book a convenient time to talk or contact Roxane, our Regional Recruiter, at 720-675-6543: calendly.com

Join us at Westwood Post Acute and be part of an awesome team dedicated to providing the best care possible!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Nursing is responsible for directing and managing all nursing functions within the facility. They will lead the nursing team to ensure residents receive high-quality care and reach their maximum potential.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current, unencumbered RN license in Colorado and possess at least 5 years of nurse management experience. Experience in a post-acute or skilled nursing facility is strictly required.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Nursing ManagementPost-acute CareLeadershipStaff Management

Nursing Leadership — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 44 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 27% are remote, 57% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$140k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $136k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Nursing Leadership by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$125k–$155kNursing Leadership median $118k (middle half $98k–$138k)103 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$136k in purchasing powerColorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Nursing Leadership listings in Colorado107 active5,864 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 27% remote · 57% no call · 66% no weekends44 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedColorado Registered Nurse listings: 12% state a sign-on bonus · 8% offer loan repayment107 active listings, Nov 2026
New Nursing Leadership listings140 in the last 30 days47 the 30 days before (+198%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

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About PACS

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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay
Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
401k with match (Full-time only)
Paid Time Off (Full-time only)
Sick Leave
Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities