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Director of Nursing DON RN

Elevate Care Waukegan

Waukegan, Illinois

Eligibility
Executive Nurses & Nurse AdministratorsAdministrative & Consulting NursesDirectors of Nursing

Posted Aug 9

Unit and setting
Skilled Nursing
License
RN licenseAn active Illinois Registered Nurse (Illinois) license is required
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
An active Illinois Registered Nurse (Illinois) license is required Check your license
Experience
Proven nursing leadership experience, preferably as a DON or ADON
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Strong communication, decision-making, and organizational skills
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In-depth knowledge of SNF regulations, care planning, and quality standards
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Passion for creating an inclusive and positive work environment

What it pays

Against similar roles
Top of Illinois staff payIllinois staff postings that state pay run $68k/yr to $106k/yr, the middle half $77k/yr to $99k/yr, across 1,662 postings.

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  • What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
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  • 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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Are you a dynamic and experienced nursing leader ready to make a meaningful impact in the skilled nursing field? Elevate Care is looking for a visionary Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our team and elevate the standard of patient care.

Who We Are

Elevate Care is a reputable and patient-centered long-term care organization dedicated to providing top-quality medical care while fostering a culture of excellence, compassion, and integrity. We take pride in delivering exceptional healthcare services and building strong, supportive teams.

Your Role

As Director of Nursing, you’ll play a key leadership role in shaping the nursing department’s strategy, ensuring high standards of clinical care, and nurturing a positive and collaborative work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership: Guide and support the nursing team with a focus on excellence, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Quality Assurance: Implement evidence-based practices to maintain and improve nursing care standards.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations and standards.

Collaboration: Partner with interdisciplinary departments to align care goals and organizational objectives.

Qualifications

An active Illinois Registered Nurse (Illinois) license is required

Proven nursing leadership experience, preferably as a DON or ADON

Strong communication, decision-making, and organizational skills

In-depth knowledge of SNF regulations, care planning, and quality standards

Passion for creating an inclusive and positive work environment

What We Offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Supportive and collaborative leadership team

Career development and advancement opportunities

The chance to make a real difference in resident outcomes and staff success

What's around it?

In Waukegan, IL

Waukegan, ILFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent
$1,205/mo
Household income
$71,919/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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