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Director of Nursing (DON)

The Director of Nursing (DON) plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing department to ensure the highest degree of care in accordance with all laws, regulations, and organization standards.

Posted Oct 13

Unit and setting
Skilled Nursing
License
RN license Hold current Registered Nurse (RN) license with applicable state, or a Nursing Compact License (NCL)current RN license or Nursing Compact License
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
current RN license or Nursing Compact License Hold current Registered Nurse (RN) license with applicable state, or a Nursing Compact License (NCL) Check your license
Also asks
sets and achieves challenging goals for self and team Ability to set and achieve relevant and challenging goals for self and team, including continuous coaching, training, and development of a quality nursing team.

Preferred

Experience
leadership experience within senior living Our ideal DON candidate is a registered nurse with leadership experience within senior living and/or an industry-experienced nurse

What it pays

Bonus
DON performance bonus up to 20% of annual salary DON Performance Bonus, up to 20% Annual Salary
Eligibility
benefits for full-time employees; 401(k) for full-time and part-time employees These benefits are available to full-time employees. 401k is available to FT and PT employees.full-time employment
Pay reviews
competitive salary based on experience Competitive Salary Based on Experience

Benefits

  • BenefitsPaid Time Off (PTO)Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays*
  • BenefitsPaid Holidays
  • BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision Benefits*
  • BenefitsFlexible Spending AccountFlexible Spending Account*
  • BenefitsEmployer paid Life ADD benefit, as listed in the postingEmployer Paid Life ADD*
  • BenefitsSupplemental BenefitsSupplemental Benefits*
More benefits (7)
  • BenefitsEducation tuition discountsEducation Tuition Discounts
  • Benefits401(k) with company match401(k) with company match
  • BenefitsEducation assistance through education partnersEducation Assistance available through education partners
  • BenefitsPaid relocation assistancePaid Relocation Assistance
  • BenefitsDiscretionary PTODiscretionary PTO
  • BenefitsEducation discounts through select universities, including online programsEducation Discounts Through Select Universities, Including Online Programs
  • Employer Paid Life AD&D

The role and schedule

Day to day
plans, organizes, develops, and directs the Nursing department plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing department
Day to day
ensures highest degree of care within laws and organization standards to ensure the highest degree of care in accordance with all laws, regulations, and organization standards
Day to day
maintains physical, social, and psychological environment for well-being
Day to day
guides clinical matters; oversees training, education, and clinical practice You will guide clinical matters, facilitating and/or providing oversight of training, education, and effective clinical practices.
Details
44-bed Skilled Nursing Facility Accura HealthCare of Aurelia is a 44-bed Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) located in Aurelia, IA.
Details
strong regional clinical and reimbursement support Strong Regional Clinical and Reimbursement Support

The workplace

Accura HealthCare of Aurelia
Hiring organization

Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Original listing

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Accura HealthCare of Aurelia has an opportunity to welcome a dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to join our team! We're seeking a skilled and compassionate clinical leader to lead our team of nursing professionals and continue delivering high-quality care to our residents.

Job highlights

  • Competitive Salary Based on Experience
  • DON Performance Bonus, up to 20% Annual Salary
  • Paid Relocation Assistance
  • Discretionary PTO
  • Strong Regional Clinical and Reimbursement Support
  • First-Class Benefits Package
  • Education Discounts Through Select Universities, Including Online Programs

Our ideal DON candidate is a registered nurse with leadership experience within senior living and/or an industry-experienced nurse who is ready to elevate their career by serving as a leader who enjoys coaching, training, and developing others. Given the nature of senior living outside of post-acute rehabilitative services, you will have extensive opportunities to develop long-term, meaningful relationships with your teammates and those we serve. If you're ready to use your clinical expertise, leadership abilities, and passion for people in a skilled nursing community dedicated to making a difference, we would love the opportunity to work with you!

About our community

Accura HealthCare of Aurelia is a 44-bed Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) located in Aurelia, IA. We embrace a unique, upside-down philosophy that places residents, patients, and direct care employees at the very top of the organizational chart. That includes you! We take pride in providing quality, person-centered care, in addition to fostering an environment that team members want to be a part of. If you desire an organization that creates an environment that allows both our residents and team members to thrive, consider Accura HealthCare and join us in being partners in care, family for life.

About accura healthcare

Accura HealthCare is a Midwest-based healthcare company that manages and operates over 30 skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care communities throughout Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Nebraska. From its beginning in 2016 with 9 care communities, Accura HealthCare has held true to its mission and vision while serving others. Built on the pillars of trust, integrity, accountability, commitment, and kindness, Accura HealthCare is a leader in the Midwest in providing high-quality care. Our employees play a key role in supporting our purpose, “to care for others,” while advancing our mission “to be partners in care, family for life.”

OUR BRANDS: Accura HealthCare | Stonebridge Suites | Traditions Memory Care

OUR VALUES: Trust. Integrity. Accountability. Commitment. Kindness.

Accura HealthCare is where personal life and work life blend together to bring value and purpose to one’s existence.

Job Summary

The Director of Nursing (DON) plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing department to ensure the highest degree of care in accordance with all laws, regulations, and organization standards. Maintains a physical, social, and psychological environment that promotes the health and well-being of others, proactively anticipating and responding to residents, staff, and community needs. You will guide clinical matters, facilitating and/or providing oversight of training, education, and effective clinical practices.

Qualifications

  • Hold current Registered Nurse (RN) license with applicable state, or a Nursing Compact License (NCL)
  • Ability to set and achieve relevant and challenging goals for self and team, including continuous coaching, training, and development of a quality nursing team.
  • Must be capable of performing the Essential Functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays*
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits*
  • Flexible Spending Account*
  • Employer Paid Life ADD*
  • Supplemental Benefits*
  • Education Tuition Discounts
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Education Assistance available through education partners
  • These benefits are available to full-time employees. 401k is available to FT and PT employees. Minnesota and Nebraska employees are eligible for Sick time regardless of status.

Accura HealthCare, an Equal Opportunity Employer and leading post-acute healthcare provider based in Iowa, has communities in Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Nebraska, and growing!

What's around it?

In Aurelia, IA

Aurelia, IAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 12% below the US average

Median rent
$780/mo
Household income
$71,500/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Aurelia, IA

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