Director of Nursing Health Dimensions Group
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus!Relocation Assistance Available! Join Our Team as a Director of Nursing (DON)!
Are you an experienced clinical leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional resident care, developing strong nursing teams, and driving clinical excellence? Health Dimensions Group is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical operations at Spring Valley Health and Rehab, our managed 40-bed skilled nursing community in Spring Valley, Wisconsin.
In this key leadership role, you will oversee the quality of care and clinical compliance across the community. You will mentor clinical teams, strengthen systems and processes, promote survey readiness, and help create an environment where residents and employees can thrive.
If you are ready to combine your clinical expertise with compassionate, accountable leadership, we want YOU on our team!
Why Health Dimensions Group and Spring Valley Health and Rehab?We're all about making lives better-for our residents, clients, and the incredible people who work with us. We believe in the power of hospitality, stewardship, integrity, respect, and humor , and we bring those values to life every single day.
Now, let's talk about YOU and why you'll love this opportunity.
What You'll Do (AKA: Your Superpowers) Lead Clinical ExcellenceOversee and direct nursing and clinical services across the senior campus, ensuring residents receive high-quality, person-centered care.
Provide clinical leadership across Skilled Nursing, Transitional Care, Assisted Living, and Independent Living services.
Ensure resident assessments, care plans, treatments, physician orders, and clinical documentation are completed accurately and timely.
Monitor clinical outcomes, quality measures, and resident trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
Promote a culture centered on dignity, safety, independence, and quality of life.
Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and retain nurses, nursing assistants, and other clinical team members.
Create a cohesive, accountable, and high-performing nursing department.
Provide regular feedback, coaching, education, and professional development opportunities.
Establish clear expectations while supporting employees with the resources needed to succeed.
Foster a positive, collaborative culture that reflects the mission and values of Lutheran Living Senior Campus.
Maintain ongoing readiness for state and federal surveys.
Ensure nursing services comply with regulatory requirements, organizational policies, and clinical best practices.
Lead Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement initiatives to strengthen resident outcomes and operational performance.
Oversee audits, plans of correction, incident investigations, infection prevention, and clinical follow-up.
Partner with medical directors, physicians, pharmacy consultants, therapy providers, and regulatory agencies as needed.
Collaborate closely with the Executive Director, department leaders, and regional support teams.
Support staffing strategies, labor management, budgeting, and broader campus planning.
Strengthen interdisciplinary communication and ensure continuity of care across service lines.
Participate in care conferences, family meetings, leadership meetings, and community initiatives.
Serve as a trusted clinical resource and advocate throughout the campus.
Build meaningful relationships with residents and their families.
Ensure questions, concerns, and changes in condition are addressed promptly and compassionately.
Promote open communication and help families understand resident care plans and clinical needs.
Foster a welcoming environment that supports residents' physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Wisconsin, or ability to obtain Wisconsin licensure.
CPR certification required.
Strong knowledge of infection prevention and clinical best practices.
Minimum of two to three years of nursing leadership experience, preferably within skilled nursing, transitional care, or long-term care.
Previous Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, Unit Manager, or comparable clinical leadership experience preferred.
Demonstrated experience leading nursing teams, managing staffing, and developing employees.
Proven ability to oversee clinical systems, resident care, and regulatory compliance.
Strong knowledge of Wisconsin state and federal long-term care regulations.
Experience with survey preparation, plans of correction, clinical audits, and QAPI initiatives.
Strong assessment, care-planning, documentation, and clinical decision-making skills.
Ability to use quality data and clinical metrics to improve resident outcomes.
Excellent organization and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment.
Compassionate and servant-minded leader who leads by example.
Strong communicator who builds trust with residents, families, employees, and leadership.
Collaborative, approachable, and comfortable holding teams accountable.
Adaptable, resilient, and solutions-focused.
Passionate about developing employees and creating an exceptional resident experience.
Competitive compensation & wellness-related bonuses
Paid time off
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Professional development and career growth opportunities within Health Dimensions Group
A collaborative, mission-driven team that values your leadership and contributions
Wage range posted includes base salary with an additional 10% annual bonus based on Key Performance Indicators.