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Campbell Street
Bettendorf, Iowa

Director of Nursing

Registered NurseFull-Time

Compensation

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Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 49m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Job Details: Job Location: Bettendorf - BETTENDORF, IA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, At Campbell Street, you’ll find purpose, growth, and a team that has your back. We’re committed to creating a workplace where you can thrive – personally and professionally, while making a real difference in the lives of others. If you’re ready to be part of a team that truly cares – we’re ready for you.

  • vision of nursing care and delegated medical care. All work is performed and guided by the Residents’ Bill of Rights and abides by the facility Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program. The major challenges of this position are the recruitment and retention of qualified licensed and non-licensed personnel. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Oversee hiring, terminating and development of nursing staff. Monitors job performance and performance evaluations of nursing staff, completes performance evaluations of Assistant Director of Nursing Services, Restorative Care Coordinator, Care Plan Coordinator, Medical Records Clerk, Nurse Supervisors, all Nursing Direct Care Partners and recommends employee promotions and terminations to the Administrator. Monitors ongoing staff development programs for all nursing personnel. Monitors the staffing levels of various nursing sections; directs staff rotations and reschedules personnel to meet increased or decreased nursing service demands. Develops nursing service objectives, policies and procedures and directs their implementation. Continuously monitors Federal and State guidelines and requirements; revises departmental procedures accordingly. Recommends in-service educational programs geared to the specialized needs of geriatric patients. Functions as a liaison between the elders, their families, staff, and the public - responding to inquiries and providing information on nursing care and services and may screen prospective elders to assure that staff has the ability to provide the care needed. Assures that there is compliance with the regulations pertaining to care plans and elder assessments. monitors the quality of care provided to elders with dementia and assists in the assessment process for admission to and exit from the unit. This position also monitors the success of the Restorative Care Program in providing restorative nursing that maximizes each elder’s existing abilities. This position collaborates with contract therapy companies to enhance the quality of care for the elderly. This position assists with the preparation of the Departmental annual budget and maintains the operating budgets for personnel and medical equipment and makes budget recommendations to the purchase of such equipment. The Director of Nursing Services is responsible for overseeing and implementing infection control, pharmaceutical and physical/chemical restraint policies, and procedures, and assures that committee recommendations are carried out. SUPER
  • VISION AND MANAGEMENT Manages, supervises, and evaluates nursing practices, articulates expectations, and provides corrective guidance as needed. Prioritizes work assignments consistent with level of staff available and resident care acuity. Ensures proper staffing level, working as staff nurse if needed. Ensures duties re complete, following up with delegated tasks and reviews departing staff reports. Provides nursing reports to staff regarding daily resident care needs and significant changes in condition. Maintains knowledge of disaster procedures and implements if needed. Promptly reports and documents incidents and errors involving residents, staff, visitors, or self.

Benefits

  • ability Paid Life Insurance Policy + Additional Voluntary Life Insurance Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan Same-Day Pay Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) At Campbell Street, your well-being, growth, and financial future matter—join us and experience the support you deserve! Important Notice: Campbell Street will never ask candidates to pay for job placement, training, or provide banking or financial information during the hiring process. If you receive an unsolicited offer or interview request that seems suspicious, please contact us directly at adekkers@campbellstreetsl.com to verify its legitimacy. Campbell Street provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Qualifications

  • ability Leadership; achieves established goals through inspiration and loyalty of staff. Resilience: ability to welcome constructive feedback, course correct and not take it personally Person
  • ability; ability to get along with all personality types and inspire trust with residents, staff, family High emotional intelligence (EQ) Ability to actively listen, with the goal of understanding. Ability to clearly speak and proficiently read, write, and understand English.

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Nursing leads and manages the nursing department to ensure high-quality care while overseeing staff hiring, development, and performance. They are responsible for maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations, managing departmental budgets, and implementing nursing policies.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Registered Nurse with graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and current CPR certification. At least three years of experience in skilled nursing or assisted living, along with significant operations management experience, is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

CPR (preferred)

Key Skills

Nursing leadershipStaff managementRegulatory complianceGeriatric careCritical thinkingCommunication skillsBudgetingCare planning

Long-Term Care Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 50 active Registered Nurse listings this role was benchmarked against, 22% are remote, 58% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
31%
CME allowance
26%
Loan repayment
5%
Relocation assistance
3%

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Work-life snapshot

2.8/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Bettendorf

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$276k
Typical market rent
$1,440/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.1
State income tax
Up to 6%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Campbell Street

Hospitals and Health Care
Des Moines, IA
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Same-Day Pay
Flexible Scheduling
401(k) Match
Certification Reimbursement
Referral Bonus opportunities
Succession planning & career growth
Annual leadership development summits
Scholarship opportunities