Director of Nursing (DON)

PACS

5d • $125,000 - $160,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Director of Nursing (DON) Wolf Creek Care Center - 107 Catherine Ln, Grass Valley, CA 95945 Salary: $125,000 – $160,000 DOE Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k) Team Environment: Supportive, collaborative, and resident-focused Wolf Creek Care Center is seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing department and uphold the highest standards of clinical excellence. This is a key leadership role for a confident RN who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about quality care, staff development, and regulatory excellence. Position Overview The Director of Nursing oversees all nursing operations and staff while ensuring exceptional resident care, safety, and compliance. This role provides both strategic leadership and hands-on clinical support, working closely with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
• Minimum of 7 years of nursing leadership/management experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and survey processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PointClickCare (PCC)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the entire nursing department, including staffing and scheduling
• Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with nursing policies and procedures
• Promote resident safety, dignity, and high-quality care at all times
• Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff
• Provide clinical education and in-services to support staff development
• Coordinate MDS processes, care planning, and pharmacy services
• Serve as a liaison between residents, families, physicians, and leadership
• Oversee departmental budgeting, reporting, and regulatory readiness
• Participate in QA, utilization review, care conferences, and state surveys
• Stay current on regulatory changes and ensure facility-wide compliance
• Provide direct resident care as needed and support interdisciplinary collaboration

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director