Director of Nursing (RN)
Pathway Health has partnered with an amazing Senior living community that is looking for a dynamic Director of Nursing leader.
Our client is seeking an exceptionally motivated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to step into the role of Director of Nursing (DON) at a well-established, 5-star rated skilled nursing facility located near Chicago, Illinois.
This is a full-time salaried position with a salary range of $130,000-$140,000 plus an excellent benefit package.
In this vital leadership position, you will guide a dedicated team of professionals who are passionate about providing top-tier care to our residents. Your clinical expertise, leadership, and compassion will be instrumental in driving care excellence, fostering a culture of teamwork, and ensuring optimal outcomes for those we serve.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the nursing department with a focus on clinical excellence, compliance, and resident satisfaction.
- Stay up to date with and implement federal and local infection prevention and control standards facility-wide.
- Maintain the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) program, including credentials and training.
- Oversee the wound care protocol and ensure adherence across all nursing units.
- Manage all clinical programs, including:
- Psychotropic medication management
- Incident and accident reporting
- Infection prevention and control (IPC)
- Wound management
- Ensure timely communication of significant resident developments to families, physicians, the Medical Director, Executive Director, and state agencies, as required.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the State of Illinois.
- Minimum 2 years' experience in geriatric nursing and/or a BSN.
- At least 2 years' experience in nursing administration, preferably in long-term care.
- Wound Nurse Certification and Infection Prevention Certification are required.
- NADONA certification is a plus.
- Proficiency with basic computer systems and electronic health records.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
What We Offer:
- A respected and supportive work environment with a strong commitment to resident care.
- Collaborative leadership team and engaged staff.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents and team members.
Ready to Lead with Purpose?
If you're driven by clinical excellence, compassionate care, and strong leadership-and you're ready to contribute to a high-performing team-we want to hear from you.
Pathway Health
Aug 04, 2025 