Director of Nursing (DON)
Listed compensation
$180k-$191k
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Job Description
Are You Ready to lead in Healthcare? We are currently seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to join our outstanding healthcare team!
Salary Range: Salary Range: $135k-$175k per year
We are passionate about providing high-quality care and fostering a compassionate, family-oriented environment. We believe in building a positive and collaborative culture that prioritizes trust, communication, and person-centered care.
As a leader in our facility, you will play a pivotal role in guiding and mentoring our nursing team while ensuring the delivery of top-notch care to our residents.
What Makes Us Special?
- UKG Wallet: Access earned wages before payday.
- Competitive Wages: We offer a great salary package.
- Great Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Growth Opportunities: We support your professional development.
- Continuing Education & Training: Stay current with industry standards.
As Director of Nursing, You Will
- Provide nursing and administrative direction for our entire nursing services team.
- Oversee the leadership and guidance of the nursing team in accordance with Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.
- Ensure appropriate utilization of resources necessary to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Communicate and collaborate with other departments for a coordinated interdisciplinary approach.
- Coach, develop, and lead our clinical team to success.
Must Have
- Previous experience as a Director of Nursing (DON), Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), or RN Manager.
- 3-5 years of experience in a nursing supervisory role, providing direct care to multiple residents, with Long Term Care (LTC) experience being ideal.
- Graduate of an approved RN program.
- Knowledgeable in nursing practices, procedures, terminology, laws, regulations, and guidelines pertinent to long-term care.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
- Experience in a Skilled Nursing Environment.
- Familiarity with PointClickCare.
- Advanced education in principles of management and geriatrics or DON certification.
- Leadership principles expertise.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pay Transparency Statement
Compensation for roles varies depending on factors such as location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by state or local law, we provide a reasonable pay scale, including the hourly or salary range we reasonably expect to pay for this role.
Key Responsibilities
The Director of Nursing will provide administrative and clinical leadership to the nursing team while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. They are responsible for coaching staff, managing resources, and fostering a collaborative environment to deliver high-quality patient care.
Requirements
Candidates must be a graduate of an approved RN program and possess 3-5 years of nursing supervisory experience, preferably in long-term care. A strong understanding of nursing practices, healthcare laws, and regulatory guidelines is required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Long-Term Care — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 49 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 35% are remote, 63% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$185k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $167k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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