Director of Nursing, RN

Silverado•Costa Mesa, CA

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 combines clinical expertise, leadership, and empathy to support residents’ quality of life and help the team deliver excellent care. The Director of Nursing serves as a clinical liaison among residents, families, nursing staff, physicians, and administrators; oversees nursing performance and clinical operations; and supports the Resident Care Director’s management of staffing processes. The position requires a current California-state RN license, leadership experience in senior care or long-term care, and a willingness to work outside regular hours based on business needs. It includes active work such as walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds, and requires comfort working with animals and pets. The anticipated pay range is $165,000–$170,000 USD. Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing if applicable. Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization.

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.
Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.