Director of Nursing | Skilled Nursing

About the Role

At Resthaven, we believe care is more than a profession — it’s a calling. Since 1945, we have remained committed to serving older adults with compassion, dignity, excellence, and faith-centered purpose. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization, we’re dedicated to enriching lives — both for those we serve and those who serve alongside us. Whether you’re looking to grow your career or find a more supportive and purpose-driven workplace, you’ll find it here. We’ll help you learn, support your success, and surround you with people who believe in service, community, respect, and making a meaningful difference every day.

Pay

Pay Range: $107,000 - $120,000 per year. Pay is based on experience and applicable licensure.

Schedule

Full-Time, On-call Rotation

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus: $15,000
• No Mandatory Overtime (No Mandation)
• Agency-Free Care Teams
• NOMI Health Insurance Network – $0 copays, $0 deductibles, and $0 coinsurance for full-time employees
• Free On-Site Clinic – Convenient access to healthcare
• Tuition Reimbursement – Eligible after just 6 months of employment
• Supportive, Mission-Driven Culture – Be part of a team centered around purpose, compassion, and community
• Career Growth & Advancement – Opportunities to learn, develop, and grow within the organization
• Meaningful Work Every Day – Build relationships and make a lasting difference in the lives of residents

Responsibilities

• Hire, direct, assign, monitor, evaluate, train, and supervise the work activities of nursing staff.
• Define, develop, adapt, and maintain the standards of nursing practice within the facility, while implementing the total nursing care program in accordance with federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels to provide the care, supervision, monitoring, and documentation required to meet each resident’s needs and monitor staffing ratios.
• Assist with investigating and resolving complaints from residents, resident’s families, staff, and physicians.
• Develop and monitor the budget and ensure appropriate financial activities for the nursing department.
• Collaborate with other departments and agencies regarding resources and services for improved resident care and staff development.
• Evaluate the quality and cost-effectiveness of staffing and services within the goals of the facility.
• Serve as spokesperson for nursing matters and represent the facility with professional nursing and related organizations.
• Participate in appropriate meetings and committees.
• Manage and direct the QAPI committee and process.
• Assist with Licensure and Certification survey process including investigating incidents and following reporting requirements, pre-survey preparation, during survey management, and post-survey plan of correction creating and completion.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current license from the Michigan Board of Nursing to practice as a Registered Nurse.
• A minimum of five years of nursing supervisory and/or management experience in the senior living industry.
• Thorough knowledge of nursing principles, methods, and principles.
• Ability to supervise, direct, and organize the work of assigned staff.
• Effective organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of computer programs and software.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Possession of a current license from the Michigan Board of Nursing to practice as a Registered Nurse.