Director of Nursing (DON) ($20K Sign-On Bonus + Relocation)

CCRC•Seattle, WA

About The Position

The Director of Nursing (DON) is the clinical leader for a single-site Assisted Living and Memory Care community. The role guides clinical operations, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and person-centered care, while developing nursing staff and Medication Technicians. The DON is supported by an Assistant Director of Nursing and 24/7 coverage from LN/RN Resident Care Coordinators as part of a shared leadership model. The position partners with community leaders and outside providers to coordinate care and improve resident and team experiences. The DON also participates in the manager-on-call rotation to support clinical decision-making. The starting pay range is $125,000–$140,000 annually. A $20,000 sign-on bonus is paid in quarterly installments across the first year, and a relocation package is offered. The position is based in a 24/7 care environment. Physical requirements must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The role requires appropriate handling and safeguarding of protected health information.

Requirements

Active RN license in good standing with the State of Washington.
At least 2 years of recent experience working with a senior population.
At least 2 years of recent RN Delegator experience.
At least 3 years supervising 10 or more direct reports in a healthcare environment.
Current CPR certification and BLS training.
Background working with dementia, aging-related needs, and complex family dynamics.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced, 24/7 care environment.
Initiative, adaptability, and strong clinical judgment.
Ability to complete the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Legal right to work in the United States; offered candidates must pass a DSHS background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary clinical authority for the single-site Assisted Living and Memory Care community.
Lead the RN Delegation Program, including resident eligibility, task delegation, competency checks, and regulatory compliance.
Lead, develop, and supervise Medication Technicians and nursing staff.
Oversee care assessments, care planning, admissions, annual reviews, and change-of-condition evaluations.
Manage incident reporting, investigations, documentation, and trend analysis.
Maintain survey readiness through audits, corrective actions, and documentation integrity.
Set expectations for clinical excellence, documentation, and safe practices.
Partner with the Assisted Living Manager to align clinical and operational performance.
Lead clinical quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
Strengthen medication management systems, infection prevention practices, and safety protocols.
Track and resolve clinical grievances with timely follow-through.
Coordinate care with pharmacy, hospice, home health, and other providers.
Participate in committees and policy development to support organizational goals.
Collaborate with Life Enrichment leadership to reinforce Memory Care practices.
Develop and deliver training on delegation, medication systems, safety, emergency procedures, and clinical risk management.
Assess team learning needs and provide targeted training and coaching.
Educate residents and families about clinical systems and care processes.
Participate in the manager-on-call rotation to support clinical decision-making.