Director of Nursing; DON

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About Campbell Street:
Join the Campbell Street team and be part of a company that truly invests in its employees! Proudly Great Place to Work® certified
, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and rewarding environment for our staff. We offer unique benefits
, including certification reimbursement, same-day pay, and a matching 401(k), because we believe in taking care of the people who take care of others.

At Campbell Street, we welcome individuals at all stages of their careers—whether you're an experienced professional, looking for a career change, or completely new to the industry, we provide the tools and support you need to succeed. We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate those continuing their education, cover all CEUs and license renewals, and provide hands‑on guidance through our clinical, operations, HR, business development, business office, and talent acquisition teams.

At Campbell Street, our mission is simple yet powerful:
Exceptional People. Extraordinary Care. We strive to create a lasting, positive impact in everything we do. Guided by our SMART Values—
Servant Leadership, Mirror First, Always Do the Right Thing, Resilience, and Transparency
—we foster a culture of integrity, support, and excellence. These principles shape how we serve our residents and empower our staff, ensuring a compassionate and purpose‑driven environment where everyone can thrive.

As we continue to grow and serve more residents across the Midwest, we are looking for compassionate, driven individuals to join our team. If you’re looking for a fresh start, a new opportunity, or a chance to build a meaningful career in healthcare, we invite you to apply today!

The DON leads and manages the nursing department and is ultimately accountable to ensure the highest quality nursing care is received by residents. The DON interprets nursing policies and procedures in collaboration with the Director of Clinical Services to support the provision of nursing care and delegated medical care. All work is performed and guided by the Residents’ Bill of Rights and abides by the facility Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.

The major challenges of this position are the recruitment and retention of qualified licensed and non‑licensed personnel.

• Oversee hiring, terminating, and development of nursing staff.
• Monitors job performance and performance evaluations of nursing staff, completing performance evaluations of Assistant Director of Nursing Services, Restorative Care Coordinator, Care Plan Coordinator, Medical Records Clerk, Nurse Supervisors, all Nursing Direct Care Partners, and recommends employee promotions and terminations to the Administrator.
• Monitors ongoing staff development programs for all nursing personnel.
• Monitors the staffing levels of various nursing sections; directs staff rotations and reschedules personnel to meet increased or decreased nursing service demands.
• Develops nursing service objectives, policies and procedures, and directs their implementation.
• Continuously monitors Federal and State guidelines and requirements; revises departmental procedures accordingly.
• Recommends in‑service educational programs geared to the specialized needs of geriatric patients.
• Functions as a liaison between the elders, their families, staff, and the public—responding to inquiries and providing information on nursing care and services and may screen prospective elders to assure that staff has the ability to provide the care needed.
• Assures that there is compliance with the regulations pertaining to care plans and elder assessments.
• Monitors the quality of care provided to elders with dementia and assists in the assessment process for admission to and exit from the unit.
• Monitors the success of the Restorative Care Program in providing restorative nursing that maximizes each elder’s existing abilities.
• Collaborates with contract therapy companies to enhance the quality of care for the elderly.
• Assists with the preparation of the departmental annual budget and…