Director of Nursing
Listed compensation
$145k-$155k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
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: $145,000-$155,000/year
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 staff 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 specifically within a post-acute or skilled nursing facility is required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Geriatrics — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 40 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 50% have no call, 65% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$150k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $145k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.0 / 10 · above average in nursing leadership | ranked against 1,187 Nursing Leadership listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $145k–$155k | Nursing Leadership median $115k (middle half $100k–$135k)118 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$145k in purchasing power | Colorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Nursing Leadership listings in Colorado | 108 active | 5,995 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 38% remote · 50% no call · 65% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Colorado Registered Nurse listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus · 7% offer loan repayment108 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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