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Avardis Health
McComb, Mississippi

Interim Director of Nursing - DON

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

Listed compensation

$90K - $110K

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

  • Looking for qualified Interim Director of Nursing to join our team!
  • Location: Courtyard Rehabilitation and Healthcare
  • Job Type: Full-Time

We are seeking an Interim Director of Nursing (DON) who is passionate about clinical excellence, leadership, and making a meaningful impact on residents' lives. As the Interim Director of Nursing, you will play a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of resident care.

You will provide education, mentorship, and leadership to the nursing team while overseeing clinical operations, compliance, and quality initiatives. In the absence of the Executive Director, you will be responsible for executing resident care policies and ensuring smooth facility operations.

Major Responsibilities

  • Provide ongoing education, mentorship, and leadership development to clinical staff.
  • Ensure the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and safe patient care in accordance with facility policies and regulations.
  • Set and monitor departmental goals and objectives aligned with nursing ethics and standards of practice.
  • Recruit, hire, and retain top nursing talent, ensuring compliance with staffing requirements.
  • Develop and implement competency/skills checklists for nursing staff, including contracted team members.
  • Prepare and manage the nursing department's annual operating budget.
  • Maintain current policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with corporate, state, and federal regulations.
  • Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to promote holistic, person-centered care.
  • Ensure compliance with resident rights policies and actively work to resolve resident grievances.
  • Drive innovation and process improvements to enhance healthcare outcomes and operational efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Current, unencumbered RN license in the state.
  • RN Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Minimum two (2) years of leadership experience in nursing services administration.
  • Experience in a healthcare setting serving the same age/type of resident population.
  • Strong knowledge of nursing management, planning, budgeting, and regulatory compliance.
  • Familiarity with accreditation standards and state/federal healthcare regulations.
  • Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing nursing team.
  • Compassionate, dedicated, and committed to excellence in resident care.

Pay and Benefits

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off and holidays

Why Join Our Team

Get paid in advance with us: We offer access to your earned but unpaid wages.

Build your own schedule: Pick up shifts when and where you want to work. We have an easy-to-use scheduling app to find and book open shifts or request additional hours.

Shift options: Mornings, Afternoon, and Night's shift options available. Additional hours by request.

Innovative Purchasing Program: That allows you to buy thousands of products (technology, furniture, clothing, etc.) and pay over time. Zero interest, no credit check, no hidden fees.

Access to online learning 24/7: Our LMS offers free courses for senior care, health and human services industry. Use for free to help satisfy certifications or professional development. Available via computer or mobile, and many courses offer alternative languages.

Phone and auto discounts: Up to 20% on employee personal wireless accounts and auto rentals through designated vendors.

Employee Assistance Fund: In unexpected catastrophic situations you can confidentially apply for help.

Advocacy and Community Impact: We are committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve. We partner with local organizations, host educational events, and advocate for policies that improve the health and lives of older adults everywhere.

About Us

We strive to be the leading provider of compassionate, comprehensive care that supports the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of patients, while also promoting respect and autonomy. Our goal is to create an environment where patients thrive, not just survive - where every aspect of their well-being is nurtured, from health and safety to social connections and quality of life.

We have innovative solutions for better health. As part of our commitment to excellence, we leverage the latest in healthcare technology to provide better outcomes for older adults. From telemedicine services and remote health monitoring to advanced diagnostic tools and customized wellness programs, we use innovation to make patient care accessible, efficient, and effective.

We also embrace new treatments, therapies, and approaches that can improve quality of life, whether it's through pain management, physical rehabilitation, or mental health support. By staying at the forefront of healthcare trends and continuously evolving our services, we ensure that patients receive the best possible care.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Apply now! Our application process is quick and easy.

Key Responsibilities

The Interim Director of Nursing oversees clinical operations, ensures high standards of resident care, and provides leadership and mentorship to the nursing team. They are responsible for regulatory compliance, budget management, and executing resident care policies in the absence of the Executive Director.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a current, unencumbered RN license and a nursing degree from an accredited institution. A minimum of two years of leadership experience in nursing services administration within a similar healthcare setting is required.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical LeadershipNursing AdministrationStaff MentorshipRecruitmentQuality ImprovementInterdisciplinary CollaborationResident Rights AdvocacyStrategic PlanningHealthcare Operations

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Interim Director of Nursing - DON at Avardis Health 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 584 active Nursing Administration (RN) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 40 active Registered Nurse listings this role was benchmarked against, 43% are remote, 65% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

Registered Nurse pay on WeekdayDoc is down 19.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Mississippi is 87.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$100k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $115k in an average-cost state. 61.9% of Mississippi clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks17 jobs

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

median 1.5this job 6.6
Among the top 10% of 584 Nursing Administration (RN) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10. Shaded area = share of comparable listings scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Living in McComb

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$151k≈ 1.7× annual pay
Median resident rent
$873/mo≈ 12% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (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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Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Same-Day Pay
Flexible Scheduling