Director of Nursing (DON), RN
About the Role
Join WesleyLife and help revolutionize the aging experience. WesleyLife is revolutionizing the experience of aging by challenging the stigma that aging means decline and promoting the idea that life transitions are opportunities for growth and purpose.
Responsibilities
- Plan, develop, organize, and provide leadership to the services of the nursing department
- Ensure all compliance pieces are being met
- Develop, advocate, and model the creation of a home for those living within our health center
- Guide, mentor, and coach all team members in the art of delivering high-quality clinical care within a non-institutionalized environment
- Ensure residents and family members receive the appropriate services and levels of care at all times and coordinate care across a variety of services to ensure smooth handoffs to other services
- Lead and direct the nursing department to ensure process efficiency, appropriate staffing standards, team member safety, budgetary compliance, and clinical quality
- Educate and provide coaching in implementing appropriate plans of action to achieve deficiency-free surveys and to meet or exceed survey and inspection standards while still working toward the de-institutionalized model of long-term care
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of leadership experience
- Compassionate, dependable, and motivated to serve others
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- State of Iowa RN License
Schedule
Full-Time, Monday-Friday, flexible schedule. On-Call Schedule: rotating schedule throughout the month.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including healthcare, vision, dental, and 401(k)
- Scholarship/Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Incentives: Free wellness memberships and cash rewards for staying healthy
- Educational Discounts: Enjoy an 18% discount at Purdue University Global
Why Choose WesleyLife?
At WesleyLife, you're not just starting a job — you're joining a purpose-driven community where your well-being, growth, and impact truly matter. With nearly 80 years of excellence in serving older adults, we empower our team members to thrive while making meaningful connections and changing lives every day. WesleyLife is proud to be recognized as one of Senior Care's Best Places to Work by WeCare Connect! We're committed to a workplace where every team member is seen, heard, and appreciated.