ALF Director of Nursing
Listed compensation
$51 - $54/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
About Us
Signature Lifestyles communities offer personalized assisted living for those who desire social connections, clinical support or help with routine activities of daily living. The vision, to radically change the landscape of healthcare, forever. Through education and empowerment, we earn the trust of every patient, family member, and the community we serve.
About Signature
Signature HealthCARE is a family-based healthcare company that offers integrated services in 5 states across the continuum of care: skilled nursing, rehabilitation, assisted living, memory care, home health, cognitive care, and telemedicine.
A growing number of our centers are earning quality assurance accreditation and pioneering person - directed care. Many of our skilled nursing facilities have achieved a 4 or 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Additionally, we have been awarded as a certified Great Place to Work for three years in a row and Modern Healthcare’s "Best Places to Work!"
Overview
Are you caring, compassionate, and desire to make a positive impact? If the answer is “yes”, then we invite you to join our team at Signature Lifestyles!
How You Will Make a Difference
- As the Director of Nursing you will To manage the overall operations of the Nursing Department in accordance with Company policies, standards of nursing practices and governmental regulations so as to maintain excellent care of all residents' needs.
- Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized governmental agencies.
In the absence of the Administrator and Assistant Administrator (if applicable), assume responsibility of the facility.
Oversee the employee health program in cooperation with the Medical Director and Staff Development Coordinator.
Monitor the Weekly Level of Care Report, Dietary Consultant Report, Pharmacy Consultant Report and take appropriate actions.
Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the nursing services department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility.
- What you Need to make a Difference
- Possess an Active LPN license in the state of residence
- Minimum of five (5) years' experience.
- One (1) to two (2) years management/supervisory experience required.
Must Have a Current/active CPR Certification
- Our exceptional Benefits Package and Signature Perks include the following and more!
- Live with Purpose at Signature Lifestyles. Our exceptional benefits and perks are designed to support your health, wealth and well-being including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- First Stop Health Virtual Healthcare
- 401(k) & Roth 401(k)
- Company-Paid & Voluntary Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Incentive Pay
- Tuition Discounts with Select Universities
- Uniform Allowance
- Partner Perks Discount Program
- On demand pay with Payactiv
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Support through the VitalLink Program and the Signature Inspire Foundation and more!
Signature Lifestyles is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all applicants and stakeholders.
If you have a heart for serving others and want to work for an organization that truly supports Stakeholders, apply today.
Pay Range
USD $51.00 - USD $54.00 /Yr.
Key Responsibilities
The Director of Nursing manages the overall operations of the nursing department in accordance with company policies and governmental regulations. They are responsible for overseeing staff, participating in facility inspections, and ensuring high-quality care for all residents.
Requirements
Candidates must possess an active LPN license in the state of residence and a current CPR certification. A minimum of five years of experience is required, including one to two years in a management or supervisory role.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 46 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% are remote, 54% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$109k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $119k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$119k in purchasing power | Tennessee index 91.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Nursing Leadership listings in Tennessee | 169 active | 5,779 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 26% remote · 54% no call · 72% no weekends46 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Tennessee Registered Nurse listings: 9% state a sign-on bonus · <1% offer loan repayment169 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Nursing Administration listings | 86 in the last 30 days | 66 the 30 days before (+30%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$109k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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