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Director of Nursing (DON)

Pay: $150,000/yr

Posted: 07/17/2026

Location: Peoria, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/8/2026

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A Director of Nursing manages and supervises all nursing staff at a hospital or long term care facility. Manages communications with physicians, manages budgets and expenses, and assists other administrators with managing operations. Monitors staff schedules and the quality of nursing care at the facility. Maintains professional license or certification requirements.

$114,731 / year median in Illinois

+17% projected growth

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Director of Nursing (DON)•

Peoria Heights Location:

Peoria Heights, IL Salary:

$125,000

175,000 per year, based on experience Director of Nursing (DON)
Peoria Heights Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead the clinical operations of our skilled nursing facility. Our facility is currently operating at 100% census and is supported by a strong, well-established interdisciplinary team committed to delivering exceptional resident care. Director of Nursing (DON)
Peoria Heights position offers the opportunity to join a stable organization with supportive leadership, dedicated staff, and a culture focused on quality outcomes and resident satisfaction. Responsibilities Director of Nursing (DON)
Peoria Heights will: Oversee all nursing services and clinical operations within the facility.

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Lead, mentor, and develop nursing staff, including nurse managers and supervisors. Drive quality improvement initiatives and monitor clinical outcomes. Maintain survey readiness and support regulatory compliance efforts. Collaborate with the Administrator, Medical Director, and interdisciplinary team. Promote a positive work environment focused on teamwork and resident-centered care. Assist with staffing strategies, retention efforts, and employee development. Qualifications Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing. Previous leadership experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting. Prior Director of Nursing experience preferred. Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and survey processes. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to effectively manage clinical teams and operations. What We Offer Competitive salary of $125,000

175,000 annually, based on experience. Supportive leadership team and ownership group. Established nursing department and experienced interdisciplinary team. Opportunity to lead a fully occupied, high-performing skilled nursing facility. Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, PTO, and retirement benefits. Apply for Our Director of Nursing (DON)
Peoria Heights Position Today If you are an experienced Director of Nursing (DON)
Peoria Heights looking for an opportunity to lead a successful skilled nursing facility with a strong team and excellent support, we encourage you to apply today.