$10,000 RETENTION BONUS - Director of Nursing

Campbell Street•Shenandoah, IA

16h

About The Position

Campbell Street is hiring a full-time Director of Nursing in Shenandoah, Iowa. The DON leads, manages, and provides clinical oversight of the nursing department to ensure residents receive safe, compassionate, person-centered care that meets clinical standards and applicable state and federal regulations. The role provides strategic and hands-on leadership for staffing, recruitment and retention, clinical outcomes, infection prevention, quality assurance, care planning, and staff development. The Director of Nursing partners with the Administrator and Campbell Street’s clinical and operational leadership to strengthen department performance, promote regulatory readiness, and foster accountability and continuous improvement. The position oversees nursing services and clinical programs, monitors resident assessments and care plans, leads QAPI initiatives, supports survey readiness, and ensures appropriate documentation and incident reporting. It also oversees staffing, training, performance management, budgets, supplies, emergency preparedness, and collaboration with residents, families, physicians, and other care partners. Campbell Street describes its mission as developing exceptional people who drive extraordinary care and cites its SMART Values: Servant Leadership, Mirror First, Always Do the Right Thing, Resilience, and Transparency. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, professional development, and organizational support for its leaders. A $10,000 retention bonus is offered; eligibility, payment timing, and retention requirements are provided during the hiring process.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Iowa, in good standing.
Extensive experience in long-term care, a skilled nursing facility, or a comparable post-acute care environment.
Strong knowledge of clinical standards, resident rights, care planning, infection prevention, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, develop, and retain nursing personnel.
Strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining focus on resident safety and quality of care.
Current CPR certification or ability to obtain and maintain required certification.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, or other clinical leader in a skilled nursing environment.
Experience with survey preparation, regulatory compliance, QAPI, and clinical performance improvement.
Specialized clinical experience in dementia care, wound care, infection prevention, restorative nursing, or complex resident care.
Experience improving staffing stability, reducing turnover, and strengthening clinical outcomes.
Experience managing nursing department budgets, staffing plans, and operational performance.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight of nursing services to promote safe, high-quality, individualized resident care, dignity, and quality of life.
Monitor clinical outcomes, resident assessments, care plans, documentation, and changes in condition to ensure timely, appropriate interventions.
Oversee infection prevention and control, medication management, restorative nursing, dementia care, and other applicable clinical programs.
Lead QAPI initiatives, identify improvement opportunities, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal and Iowa regulations, licensing requirements, and clinical policies and procedures.
Support survey readiness, respond to deficiencies, and oversee corrective action plans.
Lead recruitment, selection, onboarding, training, coaching, and retention of licensed and non-licensed nursing personnel.
Set expectations, promote accountability, foster a collaborative work environment, evaluate performance, provide feedback, recognize achievements, and address performance concerns.
Monitor staffing levels and resident acuity to ensure appropriate coverage and continuity of care.
Develop staffing strategies to reduce turnover, overtime, and agency staffing and support workforce stability.
Identify staff development needs and ensure appropriate education, competencies, and ongoing training.
Provide hands-on clinical support when needed to maintain resident care and department operations.
Partner with the Administrator and organizational leadership to establish departmental goals, monitor performance, and align nursing operations with community objectives.
Oversee nursing department budgets, staffing resources, supplies, and equipment.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation, resident assessments, care plans, and required reports.
Oversee reporting, investigation, and documentation of incidents, accidents, medication errors, and changes in resident condition.
Coordinate with physicians, residents, families, ancillary providers, and other departments to support continuity of care and communication.
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, care conferences, and organizational initiatives.
Maintain emergency preparedness and ensure nursing staff understand and follow emergency procedures.
Promote a resident-centered culture that respects individual rights, preferences, and dignity.
Serve as a clinical resource for residents, families, and staff, and address concerns professionally and promptly.
Build working relationships with physicians, department leaders, and external healthcare partners.
Support a culture of transparency, compassion, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

$10,000 retention bonus; eligibility, payment timing, and applicable retention requirements are provided during the hiring process.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Long-term and short-term disability coverage.
Company-paid life insurance, with additional voluntary coverage available.
Accident and critical illness insurance.
Matching 401(k) retirement plan.
Same-day pay.
Generous paid time off (PTO).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Continuing education and license renewal support.
Certification reimbursement and professional development opportunities.