Director of Nursing

We are partnering with a skilled nursing facility in the Omaha, Nebraska area on a confidential search for a Director of Nursing. This is a key leadership role for someone who is ready to step into a high-impact position where clinical standards, team stability, and regulatory outcomes all sit squarely on their shoulders. This is not a "maintenance-only" DON role—this facility is looking for a leader who can actively assess what's working, identify gaps quickly, and strengthen both systems and staff performance in a meaningful way. The Opportunity As the Director of Nursing, you will serve as the clinical leader of the building, responsible for setting expectations, driving accountability, and ensuring consistent, high-quality resident care. You'll be working closely with the Administrator to stabilize operations, strengthen survey readiness, and build a more reliable nursing structure. This role requires someone who is comfortable stepping into challenges directly and can lead with both presence and follow-through. Areas of Focus Ownership of all nursing operations and clinical performance Maintaining ongoing survey readiness and addressing compliance risks early Building consistency in staffing practices and daily nursing execution Coaching nurse leaders and frontline staff to improve accountability and performance Monitoring clinical indicators and responding to trends before they escalate Supporting leadership alignment with the Administrator on facility priorities Reinforcing a culture where expectations are clear and followed through Ideal Background Active RN license in Nebraska required Prior DON or strong ADON experience in skilled nursing strongly preferred Solid understanding of survey process and regulatory expectations Demonstrated ability to lead teams that require structure and accountability Experience addressing staffing challenges and improving clinical consistency Comfortable operating in a leadership role where visibility and follow-through matter Compensation Competitive base salary Performance-based incentive opportunities Full benefits package This is a confidential search. Only qualified candidates will be contacted directly.

Pay:

Up to $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person