Director of Nursing, RN

Silverado•Costa Mesa, CA

12d•$165,000 - $170,000

About The Position

Silverado Newport Mesa is hiring a Director of Nursing (RN) to provide compassionate, strategic clinical leadership in a memory care setting. The role is responsible for supporting excellent care delivery and a thriving team environment, with a focus on improving residents’ quality of life. The Director of Nursing serves as a clinical liaison among residents, families, nursing staff, physicians, and administrators; supports care standards and clinical operations; and oversees staffing, departmental expenses, and regulatory compliance. The position may require work outside regular hours based on business needs. Driving is an essential requirement for this role, and the employee must be comfortable working with animals and pets.

Requirements

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state.
Proven leadership experience in a senior care or long-term care setting.
Strong supervisory skills, including coaching, team development, and conflict resolution.
Passion for working with individuals with Alzheimer’s and other memory impairments.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Reliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standards.
Willingness to work outside regular hours based on business needs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills across diverse audiences.
Comfort working with animals and pets.
Ability to perform active work involving walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Serve as the clinical liaison between residents, families, nursing staff, physicians, and administrators.
Evaluate nurse performance and implement best practices to uphold care standards.
Develop short- and long-term goals for staffing, procedures, and clinical operations.
Ensure the Resident Care Director effectively manages scheduling, onboarding, and training.
Monitor departmental expenses and maintain budgetary oversight.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.