Director of Nursing (DON)

Have questions? Contact our recruiter, Claire, at Claire.Christianson@MonarchMN.com.

About the role

The Director of Nursing is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining nursing service objectives, standards of practice, and care delivery systems while providing administrative authority and leadership to all nursing staff. This role oversees the RAI process, MDS coordination, care planning, and the delivery of resident care, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as the Nurse Practice Act. The Director of Nursing collaborates with all facility departments and external providers to coordinate admissions, discharges, referrals, and interdisciplinary care planning.

• Manage staffing and scheduling, promoting efficiency within budget guidelines.
• Maintain adequate supplies and equipment in partnership with the Administrator and Maintenance Director.
• Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
• Support resident rights and confidentiality.
• Strengthen medication safety and quality improvement efforts.
• Ensure staff receive ongoing education and training aligned with current policies, regulations, and best practices.

Requirements

• Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in Minnesota.
• Training in rehabilitation, gerontology, nursing administration, management, supervision, or psychiatric/geriatric nursing—either before or within 12 months of appointment as Director of Nursing Services.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
• Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must pass a criminal background check as required by the Minnesota Department of Human Services.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in healthcare, especially in skilled nursing or assisted living.
• Demonstrated adaptability, resilience, emotional intelligence, and interpersonal skills to build trust and handle diverse demands.

About Monarch

Monarch Healthcare Management is a mission-driven company that is changing the way short-term rehabilitation and long-term care are delivered. Our employees embody our motto, Where CARE and CUSTOMER SERVICE Come Together, by always putting the needs of residents and families first across Monarch's network of 60+ skilled nursing and assisted living facilities in Minnesota. Partnering with higher research institutes and international tech companies, Monarch has been nationally recognized for its innovation in the care of our residents, making a meaningful impact on their quality of life and interactions.

We value our employees and work hard to attract and retain the best talent by offering a positive and supportive work environment along with competitive pay, fun perks, career development opportunities, and great benefits.

Benefits

• UKG Wallet – get paid the next day!
• Free single medical insurance.
• Loan reimbursement.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Paid time off – vacation time.
• 401(k) with annual contribution match.
• Referral bonuses.
• Career path to other positions within our growing company.