Director of Nursing - Residential Care Facilities
Vera French is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to serve as Director of Nursing (DON) for our Residential Care Facility for Persons with Mental Illness and related residential/outreach programs, including Sheridan Springs, Pine Meadows, and Supported Community Living. This is a meaningful leadership opportunity for an RN who is passionate about behavioral health, person-centered care, staff development, and helping individuals living with mental illness thrive.
About the role
- Lead nursing services for residential programs serving adults with mental illness.
- Supervise, coach, and support nursing and direct support staff.
- Strengthen nursing policies, procedures, staff education, and quality practices.
- Promote safe, dignified, recovery-focused care in collaboration with residential, clinical, and community partners.
This position reports to the Residential Care Facilities Administrator.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing required; Master's degree preferred.
- Current Iowa RN license and CPR certification required.
- Psychiatric nursing and leadership/administrative experience strongly preferred.
- Commitment to trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, person-centered care.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution and match
- Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment program for eligible employees after one year
- Supplemental critical illness, accident, life, and short-term disability options
- Paid time off, including holidays, sick time, and vacation
Schedule
Generally first shift; may vary based on staffing needs and program coverage.
Who thrives in this role
- Mission-driven leaders who value accessible, respectful behavioral health care.
- Supportive supervisors who enjoy mentoring staff and helping teams succeed.
- Collaborative problem-solvers who balance compliance, quality, operations, and compassionate care.
Values
We are guided by community service, compassion, empowerment, respect, resourcefulness, and professionalism.
Mission
Our mission is to enhance the mental health of all in our community through quality, accessible, comprehensive care. As DON, you will help shape the care, culture, and support provided in our residential programs.
Professional Development
Vera French supports professional development through in-house training, our learning management system, Tuition Reimbursement, and a Loan Repayment Program for eligible employees after one year.