Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo
Apply for this opportunity

This job application is on an outside website. Be sure to review the job posting there to verify it's the same.

Interim Director of Nursing (DON)

Job

Accura HealthCare

West Des Moines, IA (In Person)

$122,500 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 17 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/4/2026

Review key factors to help you decide if the role fits your goals.
Pay Growth
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Not enough info to score pay or growth
Job Security
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Calculating job security score...
Total Score
85
out of 100
Average of individual scores

Were these scores useful?

Skill Insights

Compare your current skills to what this opportunity needs—we'll show you what you already have and what could strengthen your application.

Job Description

Interim Director of Nursing (DON) Accura HealthCare - 2.6 West Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time $110,000 - $135,000 a year 18 hours ago Benefits Travel reimbursement AD&D insurance Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Nursing department supervision Fiscal management Skilled nursing facility experience Long-term care regulations Medicare RN License Coaching Clinical skill development Clinical staff development programs Long-term care facility experience Team development Clinical staff training Medicare regulations Clinical training Clinical staff mentoring Team training Healthcare financial management Medicaid regulations Medicaid Clinical team leadership Business management Legal compliance Analytics Full Job Description Accura HealthCare has an opportunity to welcome Interim Director of Nursing (DON) candidates to join our growing team! Accura HealthCare is one of the largest senior-living organizations in Iowa with locations in IA, MN, NE and SD. Explore what joining a senior-living organization with strong roots could do for you. If you're ready to share your clinical expertise, leadership abilities, and passion for people in a skilled nursing communities dedicated to making a difference, we would love the opportunity to work with you! Apply Today!
JOB HIGHLIGHTS
Salary:
$110-$135k depending on experience Travel expense reimbursement package - lodging, mileage, meals Benefits available
JOB SUMMARY
The Interim Director of Nursing (DON) temporarily plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing department to ensure the highest degree of care in accordance with all laws, regulations, and organization standards. Maintains a physical, social, and psychological environment that promotes the health and well-being of others, proactively anticipating and responding to resident, staff and facility needs. You will guide clinical matters, facilitating and/or providing oversight of training, education, and effective clinical practices. We are currently looking at qualified candidates for our Iowa and Minnesota communities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Hold current Registered Nurse (RN) license with applicable state, without restrictions, and/or ability to obtain state-specific license. Supervisory/management experience in Long Term Care (LTC). Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid rules and regulations. Strong skills in the following areas: business and financial management, critical thinking and analytics, verbal, and written communication. Ability to set and achieve relevant and challenging goals for self and team, including continuous coaching, training, and development of a quality nursing team. Must be capable of performing the Essential Functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
BENEFITS
Vacation time, Sick time Paid Holidays
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Employer Paid Life ADD
  • Supplemental Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program 401(k) with company match Education Assistance available through education partners These benefits are available to full-time employees.
401k is available to FT and PT employees. Minnesota and Nebraska employees are eligible for Sick time regardless of status. Accura HealthCare, an Equal Opportunity Employer and leading post-acute healthcare provider based in Iowa, has communities in Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Nebraska, and growing!
ABOUT ACCURA HEALTHCARE
Accura HealthCare is a Midwest-based healthcare company that manages and operates over 50 skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care communities throughout Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Nebraska. From its beginning in 2016 with 9 care communities, Accura HealthCare has held true to its mission and vision while serving others. Built on the pillars of trust, integrity, accountability, commitment, and kindness, Accura HealthCare is a leader in the Midwest in providing high-quality care. Our employees play a key role in supporting our purpose, "to care for others," while advancing our mission "to be partners in care, family for life."
OUR BRANDS
Accura HealthCare | Stonebridge Suites | Traditions Memory Care
OUR VALUES
Trust. Integrity. Accountability. Commitment. Kindness. Accura HealthCare is where personal life and work life blend together to bring value and purpose to one's existence.