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Director of Nursing (DON)

RN

Posted Aug 21

Shift
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What the listing says

Role

Schedule
Days
Term
Permanent
On the floor
Precepting expected
Setting
Skilled Nursing
Accepts
RN

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Pay

Against the board
This role$46/hr
nursing in Nebraska$36/hr

The median for nursing in Nebraska is $36/hr, across 88 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.

Overtime
$90/hr
Relocation
Help offered

About this role

Accura HealthCare of Tekamah has an opportunity to welcome a dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to join our team! We are seeking a skilled, compassionate clinical leader to guide our nursing team and continue our commitment to delivering exceptional care to our residents. Our ideal Director of Nursing is a Registered Nurse with senior living leadership experience—or an experienced RN ready to step into a rewarding leadership role—who is passionate about coaching others and promoting clinical excellence and teamwork.

In our community, you’ll build meaningful, long-term relationships while making a lasting impact every day. If you’re ready to lead with expertise and heart, we’d love to connect with you.

Job highlights

  • Competitive salary based on experience, starting at $90,000 to $100k depending on experience
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  • Relocation Assistance
  • Discretionary PTO-Work Life Balance
  • Supportive Clinical and Leadership Teams

About our community

Accura HealthCare of Tekamah is a 46-bed Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) located in Tekamah, NE. We embrace a unique, upside-down philosophy that places residents, patients, and direct care employees at the very top of the organizational chart. This 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.

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 resident, 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!

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Requirements

  • 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.

Place

City
Tekamah, Nebraska
State price level
10% below the national average

Nebraska index 90.1, where 100 is the national average.

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Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.

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