Director of Nursing (DON) | Senior Living

Director of Nursing (DON) | Senior Living Mountain Vista

• Wheat Ridge, CO
• Full Time Director of Nursing (DON)
• Senior Living $130,000
• 150,000/year | Full-Time Days Mountain Vista Senior Living | Mountain Vista Senior Living is hiring a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical operations within our senior living community.

This is a full-time leadership role offering competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and team members. If you are an experienced nursing leader with a passion for senior care and clinical excellence, we'd love to meet you. Why You'll Love This Role

Competitive Pay:

$120,000

• 150,000 per year (based on experience)

Schedule:

Full-time, day shift with on-call availability required

Mission-Driven Work:

Lead a team dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults

Supportive Team Culture:

Collaborative leadership environment with strong organizational support

Growth Opportunities:

Access to leadership development, training, and career advancement

Fast Hiring Process:

Apply today and hear back within 48 hours What You'll Do Lead the delivery of high-quality resident care and clinical services Manage and mentor nursing staff while overseeing caregiving teams and daily operations Conduct resident assessments and guide individualized care planning Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local clinical regulations Promote residents' physical, emotional, and mental well-being Collaborate with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams Respond to urgent clinical needs and support resident care outcomes Foster a positive, professional, and resident-centered care environment Drive quality improvement initiatives and clinical best practices Uphold and promote the mission and core values of Required Qualifications Must be 21 years of age or older Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Current Colorado RN License or Compact RN License required 3-5 years of nursing leadership experience required Strong critical thinking skills and sound independent judgment Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English Compassionate, resident-centered approach to care Preferred Qualifications 2+ years of experience as a Director of Nursing (DON) or Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) 3-5 years of gerontological nursing experience Experience with rehabilitative and restorative nursing care programs Prior senior living, long-term care, or skilled nursing leadership experience Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan with Discretionary Employer Match Life & AD&D Insurance Short

• and Long-Term Disability Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Ready to Apply?

Join a community where your leadership helps create meaningful moments and exceptional care experiences every day. Apply today to become the Director of Nursing (DON) at Mountain Vista Senior Living. To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position's essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.