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Director of Clinical Services (DON) - Registered Nurse Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Hoover Executive Clinical Leadership Opportunity ️ Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Day Shift Hoover / Birmingham, Alabama Competitive Executive Compensation - Based on Experience Lead Clinical Excellence. Build a Strong Team. Make an Impact. Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Hoover is seeking an experienced and driven Director of Clinical Services (Director of Nursing/DON) to lead our nursing department. This is an opportunity for a nursing leader who wants more than a title. We are looking for someone who can develop people, strengthen clinical systems, drive quality outcomes, and create a nursing culture built on accountability, teamwork, and exceptional patient care. Aspire Hoover serves both rehabilitation and long-term care patients, giving our clinical leaders the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where they can see patients progress, regain independence, and successfully transition through their recovery journey. If you're an experienced DON—or a strong ADON ready for your next leadership challenge—we'd like to talk with you. The Good Stuff — At a Glance ✔ Monday-Friday Leadership Schedule ✔ Executive-level nursing leadership opportunity ✔ Lead and develop the entire nursing department ✔ Strong focus on clinical quality and patient outcomes ✔ Collaborative administrative and interdisciplinary team ✔ Opportunity to mentor and develop future nursing leaders ✔ Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits ✔ Career growth within a stable healthcare organization ️ Position Overview The Director of Clinical Services provides leadership and direction for all nursing services within the facility. You'll partner closely with the Executive Director , Assistant Director of Clinical Services, physicians, therapy, pharmacy, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure patients receive exceptional clinical care while maintaining regulatory compliance and strong nursing operations. Most importantly, you'll build and lead a nursing team capable of delivering that standard consistently. What You'll Lead Direct and oversee daily nursing department operations Establish and maintain high standards of clinical care and patient safety Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain nursing leaders and frontline staff Provide leadership to the ADON, Unit Managers, Charge Nurses, CNAs, and other clinical team members Conduct clinical rounds and maintain a visible leadership presence throughout the facility Monitor changes in patient condition and ensure appropriate clinical follow-up Oversee nursing documentation and clinical record compliance Lead quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives Oversee infection prevention and clinical compliance efforts Monitor staffing, scheduling, and nursing department performance Identify clinical trends and implement corrective action when necessary Lead survey readiness and support successful regulatory outcomes Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members Communicate effectively with patients and families Develop staff through education, coaching, accountability, and recognition Promote a culture where excellent care and strong teamwork are the expectation The Leader We're Looking For You know that successful nursing leadership requires being visible, approachable, accountable, and willing to develop your team. You're comfortable setting expectations—but equally committed to giving employees the tools, coaching, and support they need to succeed. You understand clinical operations, recognize problems early, follow through, and aren't afraid to make decisions. Most importantly, you haven't lost sight of why nursing exists in the first place: taking exceptional care of people. Qualifications Required Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alabama in good standing Strong nursing leadership and clinical management experience Excellent clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop nursing teams Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities Knowledge of clinical documentation and electronic medical records Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment Preferred Previous Director of Nursing / Director of Clinical Services experience Experienced ADONs with demonstrated success and readiness for advancement are encouraged to apply Skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care leadership experience Strong knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations Experience with survey readiness, quality improvement, infection prevention, staffing, and clinical operations Benefits Competitive Executive Compensation Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Employee Referral Bonus Program Professional & Leadership Development Opportunities Why Aspire Hoover? Aspire Hoover is looking for a clinical leader who wants the opportunity to build something—not simply maintain it. You'll have the ability to influence clinical outcomes, develop nursing leaders, strengthen team culture, and help shape the patient experience throughout the facility. For the right nursing leader, this is an opportunity to put your experience, judgment, and leadership skills to work in a role where your impact can be seen every day. "Our Family Caring For Yours" Equal Opportunity Employer Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Hoover is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Apply today and lead the clinical team at Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Hoover.