Director of Nursing (DON) - Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care - Miller SD

Director of Nursing (DON) – Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care

Location: Miller, South Dakota

Compensation: $40.00 – $62.00/hour (based on experience)
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $25,000

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical operations at a 50-bed skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Miller, SD. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing a team of 25+ nursing professionals while ensuring the highest standards of resident care, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the nursing department
• Ensure continuous survey readiness and compliance with state and federal regulations
• Oversee resident assessments, individualized care plans, and clinical outcomes
• Lead staffing, scheduling, recruitment, and performance management
• Manage departmental budget and resource allocation
• Drive quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives
• Oversee EMR utilization, documentation accuracy, and reporting
• Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, residents, and families
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and resident-centered care

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum 5 years of RN experience
• Prior experience as a Director of Nursing in long-term care/skilled nursing required
• BLS/CPR certification
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Preferred Experience

• Proven success with state/federal survey processes and Plans of Correction (POC)
• Strong leadership, team development, and communication skills
• In-depth knowledge of LTC regulations and compliance standards

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role where you can shape clinical outcomes, mentor staff, and drive quality care in a close-knit community setting. We offer competitive compensation, a substantial sign-on bonus, and the ability to make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives.