Director of Nursing (DON)
New Yesterday
Join Whispering Creek as our Full-Time Director of Nursing and immerse yourself in a role where your experience as an RN will shine. This exciting position is onsite in Janesville, MN, offering you a chance to lead a dedicated nursing team in a dynamic care environment. You'll play a crucial role in shaping excellence in nursing while making impactful decisions that elevate resident care standards. Your expertise in nursing will guide our mission to provide empathetic, customer-centric support, creating a feeling of home for our residents.
What You'll Do: As the Director of Nursing, you'll play a vital leadership role in overseeing all aspects of nursing services. You'll be responsible for supervising nursing personnel, coordinating care delivery, and ensuring regulatory compliance-all while maintaining a culture of empathy and excellence.
Key responsibilities include:
Lead and mentor the nursing team with professionalism and compassion
Oversee daily nursing operations and clinical assessments
Ensure compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations
Foster collaboration across interdisciplinary teams
Conduct team meetings and promote open communication
Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Support staff development through coaching and continued education
Schedule:
Full-time, weekdays (day shift)
Some on-call responsibilities
Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Current RN licensure in Minnesota
Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (long-term care or gerontological preferred)
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Knowledge of ANA Standards of Nursing Practice and gerontological standards
Familiarity with rehabilitation, mental health care, and senior care best practices
Solid understanding of federal/state regulations and community healthcare resources
Committed to ongoing professional development
Compensation & Benefits: Pay Range: $42 – $48 per hour (based on experience)
Comprehensive Benefits Package including:
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Life Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
PERA Retirement Plan
Competitive Salary and support for continuing education
Why Choose Whispering Creek? At Whispering Creek, we're more than a care facility-we're a family. Our team is known for its kindness, compassion, and dedication to making every resident feel at home. We believe in providing personalized, customer-focused care-and it starts with hiring leaders who truly care.
Ready to Make a Difference? Take the next step in your nursing career. Apply online today or contact Whispering Creek for more information and to request a full job description.
- Location:
- Janesville
- Job Type:
- FullTime