Pays $90k — $28k below the Nursing Leadership market median of ~$118k (132 jobs)
About the Role
Director of Nursing at Cedarhurst of Des Peres. $90K. Oversee clinical operations in senior living community. Des Peres, MO.
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Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $90,000 annually.
- Medical insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan with company match (after one year of service)
- GROW Points rewards system
- Skechers shoe discounts
- Early paycheck access
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
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Key Responsibilities
The Director of Nursing provides strategic leadership and day-to-day management of all clinical operations to ensure safe, high-quality, person-centered care. This role oversees the clinical team, manages regulatory compliance, and partners with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized service plans.
Requirements
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current, active state license as an LPN or RN. A minimum of three years of nursing experience and proficiency in digital tools and electronic health record systems are preferred.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Missouri is 90.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$90k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $99k in an average-cost state. 60.1% of Missouri clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
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