Director of Nursing (DON)

Director of Nursing (DON) Confidential Torrance, CA Job Details Full-time $150,000•$170,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance 401(k) matching Pet insurance Qualifications Clinical program budget management Nursing department supervision Skilled nursing facility experience Patient question and concern management Long-term care regulations RN License Increasing staff retention rates Budget control CMS Clinical skill development Payroll management Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Long-term care facility experience Clinical audit and monitoring Team development CMS regulatory compliance Clinical staff training Professional development support Medicare regulations Clinical performance metrics Clinical staff mentoring Clinical program monitoring Medical management Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) billing regulations Medication management Health status assessment Training Staffing management

Full Job Description Title:

Director of Nursing (DON)

Status:

Full-Time, Exempt Reports To:

Nursing Home Administrator Pay Range:

$150k•170k

Location:

South Bay

THE ROLE

You will lead with both heart and discipline. That means keeping every resident's clinical outcome at the center of decisions, staying ahead of state and federal regulations, and creating a workplace where nurses and CNAs want to stay. Families and surveyors will see a well‑run clinical operation•and you will be the reason.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE FACILITY THE FOUNDATION

Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the State . License in good standing with no active probation or substantiated violations. Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred).

THE JOURNEY

Minimum 1 year as a Director of Nursing (or a strong ADON) in a skilled nursing facility. Proven track record of improving quality measures. Experience managing the nursing department budget, staffing, and payroll. Successfully led clinical survey processes with minimal or well‑managed deficiencies.

THE CRAFT

Deep fluency in federal CMS requirements and state regulations for skilled nursing. Ability to implement infection control, wound care, and medication management programs. Strong clinical assessment skills•you know when a resident is declining before the numbers show it.

Staff development:

train, mentor, and retain RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.

THE CHARACTER

Calm, authoritative presence during a survey or clinical emergency. Treats all staff as equal partners in resident care. Passion for building a culture where the nurses and CNAs feel supported and valued. Handles family and resident clinical concerns with empathy and sound judgment.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Oversee all clinical departments. Lead and mentor unit managers, charge nurses, and CNAs. Manage state and federal clinical surveys; implement Plans of Correction. Collaborate with the Nursing Home Administrator on budgets, staffing, and quality improvement. Monitor clinical metrics and drive improvement. Ensure timely and accurate MDS submissions and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement support.

BENEFITS & BEYOND

We offer a competitive package, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Pet insurance And much more (details provided upon offer)

WORK-LIFE SEPARATION

As the Director of Nursing in a skilled nursing facility, you are the clinical leader and must be available to respond to urgent matters at any time. That is the nature of the role. At the same time, we believe in a healthy boundary between your personal pursuits and professional responsibilities. You will receive a dedicated work p hone and laptop•so you never have to use your personal devices for work. When an issue arises, you use the work phone. When there is no active issue, you are not expected to monitor your personal devices for work. This separation allows you to be fully responsive when needed, without work bleeding into your personal space or privacy.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The expected pay range for this role is as stated above. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.