Director of Nursing
This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive.
About Us
Horizons Care Center is an award-winning community offering long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and respite services delivered with a warm, family-first approach. Nestled at the base of Grand Mesa in beautiful Delta County, our location provides a peaceful, small-town setting surrounded by orchards, scenic byways, and easy access to outdoor recreation, local farms, and the charm of nearby communities. Horizons Care Center is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.
Why You’ll Love It Here
- Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
- A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
- A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day
- Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
- Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day
Pay
$100k–$120k annually, based on experience
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm. Shifts and days may vary based on staffing and resident needs. Occasional weekends and on-call rotation with the ADON.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 403(b) with discretionary contribution
- Paid Time Off + Personal Days
- Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
- Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
- Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and currently registered with the State Board of Examiners for Registered Nurses in the state of Colorado.
- Minimum of three (3) years administrative and supervisory experience in a long-term health care setting.
- Has knowledge of Transitional care including skilled and unskilled rehabilitation nursing or related experience.
- Able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during a staff shortage or emergency situation.
- Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.
Responsibilities
The Director of Nursing is responsible for the planning, budgeting, organizing, developing and directing the overall operation of the Nursing Service Department in accordance with current Federal, State and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern the facility to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times in accordance with the Budget and Operation Plans of the organization.
- Responsible for ensuring that an adequate level of services is provided to each resident, documented appropriately and regularly evaluated.
- Responsible to ensure the utilization of Volunteers of America National Services core clinical systems.
- Directs and delegates the management functions of licensed and ancillary personnel.
- Coordinates activities of various nursing units, promotes and maintains harmonious relationships among nursing personnel, and with medical staff, residents and the public.
- Interviews and hires department personnel or monitors and evaluates the process if delegated to another person.
- Counsels and/or disciplines employees on infractions of established rules; terminates employees when needed.
- Conducts performance evaluations and approves established wage changes.
- Determines the number of professional and non-professional staff necessary to meet the nursing care needs of the residents.