Director of Nursing - Covina Skilled Nursing Facility
Listed compensation
$145K - $178K
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Pay Range: $145,000 to $178,000/year Where Leadership Meets Compassionate Care Join the Masonic Homes of California as the Director of Nursing for our beautiful, newly constructed skilled nursing facility in Covina. This is your opportunity to lead with purpose in a setting that fosters character, community, and excellence in care.
About Us
The Masonic Homes is a charitable organization devoted to helping our communities and families live well and achieve meaningful and rewarding lives.
We provide residential communities, statewide outreach services, financial support, and care management to members of the Masons of California – a nonprofit fraternal organization with more than 50,000 diverse members and to non-Masons alike.
We are invested in California communities – supporting schools, community services, local charities, and children in need. Your Role: As the Director of Nursing, you will ensure the delivery of top-quality care while leading a dedicated nursing team.
Central to this role is our belief in resident-directed care—an approach that honors individual lifestyles, preferences, and dignity. You will collaborate with residents, families, and staff to create care plans that empower each individual to achieve their highest practical level of well-being.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures that reflect operational excellence, align with organizational goals, and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
Strategically manage departmental budgets, staffing levels, and resources to maximize efficiency while maintaining the highest standards of care. Lead recruitment, training, and retention efforts to build a high-performing, engaged nursing team.
Analyze financial and operational data to identify opportunities for improvement and implement cost-effective solutions without compromising quality. Oversee performance management and professional development programs to ensure staff growth aligns with organizational objectives.
Foster collaborative relationships with interdisciplinary teams, external partners, and regulatory agencies to achieve organizational success. Drive quality assurance initiatives, ensuring optimal clinical outcomes and adherence to key performance indicators.
Monitor and optimize operational workflows to enhance resident satisfaction and streamline care delivery. Cultivate a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement throughout the nursing department.
Leverage data-driven insights to inform decision-making and align nursing services with broader organizational strategies. What We’re Looking For: Experience: Minimum five years of professional nursing experience in long-term care and three years in nursing administration or leadership roles. DON experience preferred.
Education: BSN required; RAC-CT certification preferred. Licensure: Current RN license in California. Skills: Strong leadership, business acumen, and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in budget management, data analysis, and operational strategy.
Why Join Us? At Masonic Homes, we believe in creating an environment where care is not only about clinical outcomes but also about empowering residents to live fulfilling lives.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead in a new, state-of-the-art facility where excellence, dignity, and compassion are the hallmarks of care. Apply Today: Lead with purpose and join us in shaping the future of resident-directed care. Together, we will build stronger communities and a better world for all.
Benefits At the Masons of California and its related entities, you will have the opportunity to combine your passion for helping people and high ethical standards with opportunities to advance your career.
In return for your skills and passion we offer: A work environment focused on teamwork and support for excellent care Excellent health, wage replacement, and other benefits for you and your family's well-being A generous contribution to a 401K plan whether or not you participate, and an additional contribution from the company when you participate in the plan Investment in your growth through tuition reimbursement - $1,500 per year The Masonic Homes of California is committed to helping individuals and families live safe, meaningful, and fulfilling lives.
Guided by strong personal connections, continuous improvement, and the charitable values of the Masons of California, the organization focuses on delivering high-quality care, meaningful experiences, and community-centered support.
Key Responsibilities
The Director of Nursing oversees the delivery of high-quality, resident-directed care and leads the nursing team in a skilled nursing facility. Key duties include managing departmental budgets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving quality assurance initiatives.
Requirements
Candidates must have a BSN, a current California RN license, and at least five years of long-term care experience with three years in leadership. RAC-CT certification and prior DON experience are preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Director of Nursing - Covina Skilled Nursing Facility at Masons of California a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 5% in Nursing Leadership — ranked against 1,187 active Nursing Leadership listings on WeekdayDoc.
Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 50 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 24% are remote, 50% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$162k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $146k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · top 5% in nursing leadership | ranked against 1,187 Nursing Leadership listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $145k–$178k | Nursing Leadership median $133k (middle half $114k–$155k)16 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$146k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Nursing Administration listings in California | 20 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All nursing leadership listings in California | 396 active | 5,684 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 24% remote · 50% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California registered nurse listings (all specialties): 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 4% offer loan repayment396 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Nursing Administration RN listings | 121 in the last 30 days | 140 the 30 days before (−14%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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