Director of Nursing (RN)

Director of Nursing (RN) | Full-Time

Aspire Senior Living is seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) – RN to lead our nursing team.

The Director of Nursing provides leadership and oversight of nursing services to ensure high-quality resident care, clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and a positive environment for residents and employees. The DON works closely with the Administrator, nursing leadership, healthcare providers, and interdisciplinary team to support exceptional resident outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the nursing department and daily clinical operations.
• Recruit, train, supervise, develop, and support RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and nursing team members.
• Promote a positive culture of teamwork, accountability, communication, and professional growth.
• Ensure resident-centered care is delivered according to established clinical standards and individual care plans.
• Monitor resident outcomes, quality measures, clinical performance, and nursing documentation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and standards of nursing practice.
• Support survey readiness, regulatory inspections, audits, and corrective action plans.
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, education, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapy, social services, dietary, administration, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, healthcare providers, and community leadership.
• Provide leadership and clinical direction during emergencies and changes in resident condition.

Qualifications

• Current Missouri Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• BSN preferred.
• Previous nursing leadership or management experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or a related healthcare setting preferred.
• 3–5 years of relevant nursing experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations, survey processes, quality assurance, and clinical best practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and team-building skills.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and nursing management systems.
• Commitment to resident-centered care, employee development, and continuous quality improvement.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Wages & Benefits
• 401(k)
• Holiday Pay & Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Aspire Senior Living Employee Perks

If you're an experienced RN nursing leader ready to lead a compassionate team and make a meaningful impact on residents and staff, we'd love to connect with you.

Apply Today and grow your career with Aspire Senior Living!