Director of Nursing; DON
Listed on 2026-06-20
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Nursing
Director of Nursing, Nursing Home, Healthcare Nursing, RN Nurse
Director of Nursing (DON)
Location:
Edwardsville, IL
Salary: $90,000–$120,000 per year, based on experience
We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead the clinical operations of our skilled nursing facility in Edwardsville, Illinois. Our facility is currently operating at 100% census and is supported by a strong, well-established interdisciplinary team committed to delivering exceptional resident care.
This Director of Nursing (DON) position offers the opportunity to join a stable organization with supportive leadership, dedicated staff, and a culture focused on quality outcomes and resident satisfaction.
Responsibilities- Oversee all nursing services and clinical operations within the facility.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
- Lead, mentor, and develop nursing staff, including nurse managers and supervisors.
- Drive quality improvement initiatives and monitor clinical outcomes.
- Maintain survey readiness and support regulatory compliance efforts.
- Collaborate with the Administrator, Medical Director, and interdisciplinary team.
- Promote a positive work environment focused on teamwork and resident-centered care.
- Assist with staffing strategies, retention efforts, and employee development.
- Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
- Previous leadership experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.
- Prior Director of Nursing experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and survey processes.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to effectively manage clinical teams and operations.
- Competitive salary of $90,000–$120,000 annually, based on experience.
- Supportive leadership team and ownership group.
- Established nursing department and experienced interdisciplinary team.
- Opportunity to lead a fully occupied, high-performing skilled nursing facility.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, PTO, and retirement benefits.
Apply for Our Director of Nursing (DON) Position Today
If you are an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) looking for an opportunity to lead a successful skilled nursing facility with a strong team and excellent support, we encourage you to apply today.
Job DetailsJob Type: Full-Time
Schedule:
Monday–Friday with on-call responsibilities as needed
License:
Illinois RN License (Required)
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