Director of Nursing- Post Acute Care

Director of Nursing (DON) — Step into a high-impact leadership role where your vision as a Director of Nursing transforms patient outcomes, energizes teams, and propels your career in post-acute care.

As a Nursing Director, you’ll join a mission-driven, award-recognized post-acute and skilled nursing leader known for superior quality outcomes and patient safety. You’ll leverage innovative technologies such as advanced EHR, point-of-care documentation, telehealth consults, and wound care imaging to elevate care and streamline workflows. This Director of Nursing role champions evidence-based practice, robust QAPI, and continuous learning with leadership development and tuition support. The culture embraces shared governance and interdisciplinary collaboration, empowering nurses to practice at the top of their license. Community partnerships, philanthropy, and volunteer programs amplify your impact while enhancing patient experience and community health.

In this Director of Patient Care Services role, you’ll collaborate closely with an acute care hospital that welcomes  approximately 1,000 admissions annually . The case mix spans orthopedic recovery, cardiopulmonary care, stroke rehabilitation, complex wounds, and medically complex patients. You’ll drive throughput, reduce avoidable readmissions, and optimize length of stay using data-driven dashboards and care pathways. As the Nursing Director, your leadership will strengthen handoffs, discharge planning, and family-centered education. These partnerships ensure a seamless continuum from hospital to skilled nursing services.

Reporting directly to the Administrator, the Chief Nursing Officer will lead a friendly, diverse, and highly engaged clinical team of 40 nurses and 82 CNAs , alongside dedicated therapists and case managers. As the Director of Nursing, you’ll guide clinical operations, staffing, budgeting, survey readiness, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance. You’ll be supported by educators, quality leaders, and a staffing coordinator, with analytics that enable acuity-based scheduling and outcomes improvement. The Nursing Director will mentor charge nurses, elevate competencies, and hardwire best practices through purposeful rounding and skills validation. Collaboration flourishes across disciplines, creating a supportive environment where clinicians love to practice.

In Napa County, the Director of Nursing can savor vineyard-lined trails, hot-air balloon rides, and kayaking along the river . Music lovers enjoy live concerts, seasonal festivals, and intimate venues that keep weekends vibrant. Foodies relish farm-to-table dining, artisanal markets, and world-class wineries in a Mediterranean climate with sun-soaked summers and mild winters . Outdoor adventures abound with hiking, cycling, and nearby coastal escapes, while family-friendly neighborhoods and excellent schools support a balanced lifestyle. The region’s creative spirit and welcoming communities make it an inspiring place to grow your leadership.

This Director of Nursing position offers competitive compensation with bonus potential, generous PTO, and a full suite of health and retirement benefits designed for RN leaders. A comprehensive package supports your well-being and professional growth. Connect confidentially with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter today to learn more about this Nursing Director opportunity and take the next step in your career.