Director of Nursing (DON

• Location 929 W Foster Ave,Chicago, IL, ,United States
• Base Pay $ - $ / Year
• Employee Type Exempt Full-time
• Required Degree Masters
• Manage Others Yes

Join the team at the #1 rated Continuing Care Retirement Community in the State of Illinois!

The Admiral at the Lake is seeking a passionate, experienced nursing leader to serve as Director of Nursing. This role provides clinical and operational leadership across the full continuum of care - skilled nursing, assisted living, and residential living - in a community where older adults experience freedom, growth, dignity, and self-expression.

The Director of Nursing ensures exceptional, person-centered care while upholding regulatory compliance, advancing quality outcomes, and fostering a supportive and engaged nursing team.

• Provide overall clinical and management leadership for the nursing department across all levels of campus
• Ensure nursing practice aligns with The Admiral’s mission, vision, values, and person-centered philosophy
• Reinforce high standards of care, professionalism, accountability, and ethical practice
• Serve as a visible, accessible leader who supports and motivates staff

• Hire, orient, and onboard licensed and unlicensed nursing personnel
• Oversee staffing assignments to promote consistency of care and continuity for residents
• Coach, mentor, and evaluate staff performance using a servant leadership approach
• Address performance issues through progressive discipline and termination when necessary
• Create an environment of learning by providing education, training, and professional development opportunities

• Promote resident choice, autonomy, and shared decision-making
• Support whole-person wellness and quality of life for residents
• Recognize and honor each resident’s potential to live a rich and meaningful life
• Maintain strict confidentiality and uphold resident rights at all times

• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies
• Develop, implement, and maintain nursing policies and procedures
• Lead survey preparation activities and serve as a primary leader during surveys
• Establish oversight systems including audits, chart reviews, and clinical rounds
• Ensure nursing documentation and medical records meet regulatory and professional standards
• Participate in organizational compliance activities and required compliance education

• Hold staff accountable to established clinical standards and best practices
• Facilitate campus quality improvement meetings and initiatives
• Lead continuous quality improvement efforts aimed at achieving the highest outcomes
• Maintain professional growth through conferences, seminars, networking, and independent study

• Foster a collaborative, resident-centered team environment
• Support decentralized teams and cross-training in blended roles
• Utilize a team-based approach to decision-making and problem-solving
• Build strong working relationships across nursing, medical staff, dining, facilities, and administration
• Collaborate regularly with the Medical Director, pharmacy consultants, and external providers

• Prepare and manage the nursing department budget and monitor expenses
• Demonstrate knowledge of Medicare regulations and reimbursement processes
• Oversee purchasing of medications, supplies, and equipment
• Ensure timely and accurate billing, payroll processing, and personnel documentation
  
  Ensure timely and accurate billing, payroll processing, and personnel documentation
• Achieve organizational goals related to absenteeism, overtime, turnover, safety, and unemployment claims

• Actively support The Admiral’s mission, vision, values, and strategic goals
• Participate in community-wide strategic planning and long-range initiatives
• Lead culture change by advancing progressive, person-centered approaches to care
• Encourage innovation while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements