Director of Nursing
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Job Description
This role is about much more than compliance and clinical oversight. It's about leading a team that helps residents thrive, creating meaningful moments, and building a culture where people genuinely love to live and work.
Lead with Purpose. Care with Heart. Inspire Every Day.
We're looking for an exceptional Director of Nursing who believes that great care is about more than clinical excellence. It's about creating a place where residents thrive, team members feel valued, and meaningful connections happen every day.
What makes this opportunity especially exciting? We're a new community, which means you'll have the unique opportunity to help shape the future from the ground up.
At the heart of our community is a simple philosophy: Living Life Together. We believe every resident deserves to feel respected, empowered, and truly at home. As our Director of Nursing, you'll play a pivotal role in making that vision a reality every single day.
Sign-On Bonus: Receive a $5,000 sign-on bonus, paid in two installments: $2,500 after 3 months of employment and $2,500 after 6 months of employment.
Why You'll Love This Role
As our Director of Nursing, you'll be more than a clinical leader.
You'll Be A
- Culture Champion who inspires excellence and compassion
- Resident Advocate who supports dignity, independence, and joy
- Team Builder who develops and empowers caregivers
- Clinical Expert who ensures exceptional care outcomes
- Community Partner who helps create meaningful experiences for residents and families
- Here, quality care and quality of life go hand in hand.
What You'll Do
- Clinical Leadership That Makes a Difference
- Lead and oversee nursing services across Assisted Living and Memory Care
- Ensure safe, ethical, person-centered care that honors each resident's unique needs
- Guide assessments, care planning, medication management, and clinical oversight
- Support innovative, evidence-based care practices
- Champion memory care approaches that promote dignity, comfort, and meaningful engagement
- Create a Community Where Residents Thrive
- Partner with Life Enrichment, Culinary, and Operations teams
- Foster opportunities for connection, purpose, and joy
- Support dining experiences that enhance wellness, independence, and quality of life
- Help residents engage fully in the activities and relationships that matter most
- Inspire and Develop Great Teams
- Lead, coach, mentor, and support nursing staff
- Build a culture rooted in compassion, accountability, and teamwork
- Promote professional growth and employee engagement
- Ensure team members feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed
- Keep Excellence at the Center
- Maintain compliance with state, federal, and local regulations
- Lead survey readiness efforts with confidence
- Oversee infection prevention, quality assurance, and risk management initiatives
- Continuously improve safety, outcomes, and resident satisfaction
- Build Trusted Relationships
- Serve as a clinical resource for residents, families, providers, and community partners
- Collaborate with operational leadership on staffing, budgeting, and strategic goals
- Support community growth through exceptional resident and family experiences
What We're Looking For
- Required
- Active RN license
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a healthcare setting
- Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Passion for residents-centered care and team development
- Preferred
- Nursing leadership experience in Assisted Living
- Memory Care experience
- Proven ability to lead teams, drive quality outcomes, and foster positive culture
This leadership position provides 24/7 clinical oversight and participates in an on-call rotation to support residents, team members, and community operations when needed.
Applicants must successfully complete all required screenings, including TB testing, in accordance with state regulations.
Join a Team That Believes in Living Life Together!
If you're looking for a role where you can combine clinical excellence, compassionate leadership, and meaningful impact, we'd love to meet you.
Bring your nursing expertise. Share your heart for seniors. Help create a community where residents live fully and everyday matters.
HME Care is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Applicants who would like to request reasonable accommodation to the application or interview process should call Human Resources at 1-605-736-2732 or email hrdept@hmecompanies.net.
Key Responsibilities
The Director of Nursing will provide clinical leadership and oversight for assisted living and memory care services to ensure person-centered care. They are responsible for mentoring staff, maintaining regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of compassion and resident well-being.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active RN license and possess at least 2 years of nursing experience in a healthcare setting. Strong leadership, communication skills, and a passion for senior care are essential for this role.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 50 active Registered Nurse listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 66% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
Registered Nurse pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Registered Nurse median $113k (middle half $100k–$135k)143 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | South Dakota index 88.6 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Registered Nurse listings in South Dakota | 31 active | 5,959 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 30% remote · 66% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Registered Nurse pay trend | +6.4% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Location & Logistics
South Dakota has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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