Director of Nursing

Atrium Centers • Dowagiac, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Atrium Centers is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead and manage the nursing department at The Timbers of Cass County in Dowagiac, Michigan. The role is focused on inspiring clinical excellence, supporting nursing teams, and ensuring residents receive compassionate, high-quality care in a compliant and well-organized environment. The Director of Nursing plans, develops, implements, and maintains nursing services in accordance with policies and regulations; coordinates resident discharge planning and care transitions; and promotes accurate documentation and best clinical practices. The position also participates in regulatory surveys, audits, and inspections and works with interdisciplinary leadership to support resident care and operational success.

Atrium Centers describes itself as a 100% employee-owned organization. Its mission is to deliver compassionate, quality care to residents and families in their communities.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) state license.
• Current CPR certification.
• At least 5 years of long-term care nursing experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Positive, dependable, and solution-oriented leadership style.
• Excellent attendance and professional reliability.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• At least 3 years of nursing leadership or management experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and management of the nursing department.
• Plan, develop, implement, and maintain nursing services in accordance with policies and regulations.
• Oversee resident discharge planning and coordination of care transitions.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant nursing documentation and charting.
• Monitor quality of care and promote best clinical practices.
• Participate in surveys, audits, and inspections conducted by regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary leadership to support resident care and operational success.

Benefits

• 100% employee-owned organization through an ESOP.
• 401(k) matching.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Holiday pay.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Cell phone discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed