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Palladian Employee Services
Taylorville, Illinois

Director of Nursing

Registered NurseNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$105k-$108k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Director of Nursing (DON)

Let’s be honest—this isn’t an easy job. But it should be a great one.

  • If you’re a Director of Nursing (or ready to step into the role), you already know what matters:
  • A team you can actually lead
  • Support that shows up when it counts
  • Expectations that are clear (and realistic)
  • And a building where your work makes a real difference
  • If you’re not getting that where you are… keep reading.

What You’re Walking Into

  • This isn’t a “figure it out on your own” situation. You’ll have:
  • A leadership team that’s engaged and accessible
  • Clinical support at the regional and corporate level
  • A team that wants direction and consistency
  • The ability to lead—not just react

Are there challenges? Of course. It’s healthcare.

  • But you won’t be doing it alone.
  • And just so you know— you’re not applying into a black hole or talking to a recruiter who’s never stepped foot in a building.
  • You’ll be connected directly with our team.

Let’s Keep This Simple

If you’re even slightly curious, let’s talk.

No long application. No pressure. Just a conversation to see if this could be a fit—for both of us.

Requirements

What we’re looking for:

Someone Who Can

  • Lead a team without losing the human side of leadership
  • Hold people accountable while still building them up
  • Stay organized when things get busy (because they will)
  • Communicate clearly—with staff, families, and providers
  • Step in when needed, but also build a team that can stand on its own

The Usual Physical Stuff

You’ll be walking, standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and occasionally ducking flying juice cups or a very enthusiastic hug from a grateful resident. Bodily fluids happen, but we’ve got PPE, protocols, and a good laundry team.

  • What We Offer (besides great coffee and lots of laughs):
  • Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, 401k, PTO—you name it)
  • Career advancement opportunities—we love helping our team grow from within
  • A supportive, family-owned environment that actually feels like family
  • A no-drama, solution-focused workplace culture built on respect, integrity, and genuine appreciation
  • A chance to make a real difference in the lives of residents—and your coworkers

The Fine Print

Employment offers are contingent on a successful background check and drug screen. (We like to keep things professional and above board.)

Helia Healthcare, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We believe diversity makes us stronger, smarter, and better at what we do—and we’re proud to build inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve.

If you’re ready to lead with heart, heal with skill, and laugh a little along the way—apply now. We can’t wait to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Nursing is responsible for leading the clinical team, ensuring consistent care, and maintaining high standards of service within the facility. They must provide direction to staff, manage clinical operations, and foster a supportive environment for residents and employees.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical managementStaff accountabilityCommunicationOrganizationProblem solvingTeam buildingHealthcare administrationRegulatory compliance

Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 50 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% are remote, 56% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$107k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $107k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Registered Nurse Jobs

27 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution27 jobs · 23 employers

7
<$90k
11
$90k-110k
3
$110k-130k
4
$130k-150k
2
$150k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks15 jobs

401k / retirement match
100% this job
Loan repayment
20%
Sign-on bonus
7%
CME allowance
7%
PSLF eligible
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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Inova Health System · Falls Church, Virginia

$93k-$151k
#2

Asst. Director of Nursing - Ambulatory Care - Newkirk Avenue

Maimonides Medical Center · Brooklyn, New York

$136,708 - $150,000
#3

Director of Nursing

$128k-$146k
#4

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING

$120k-$144k
+ 25 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 3.9
Better work-life than 70% of Nursing Leadership listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,187 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Taylorville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$174k≈ 1.7× annual pay
Median resident rent
$828/mo≈ 9% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
20 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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About Palladian Employee Services

Hospitals and Health Care
West Seneca, New York
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, vision
401k
PTO
Career advancement