Registered Nurse Director Skilled Nursing
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Milwaukee, WI Facility: St. Francis Place Department: Skilled nursing Schedule: Days | Full-time Salary: $93,857 - $126,983 per year Eligible for an annual bonus incentive #LI-KC1 Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role Lead clinical excellence by directing all nursing workflows and programs to ensure every resident receives personalized, high-quality care that honors their dignity and well-being. Empower and grow your team through strategic hiring, mentorship, and continuous education initiatives, building a culture of clinical competence and emotional support. Strategize for the future by developing departmental goals and budgets that align with modern healthcare standards, ensuring the facility has the resources needed to provide top-tier service. Champion regulatory integrity by overseeing admissions, transfers, and audit processes to maintain total compliance with state and federal standards, protecting both our residents and the organization. Innovate care delivery by evaluating clinical outcomes and forecasting future needs, allowing us to adapt quickly to the evolving landscape of long-term healthcare. What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. BLS Provider preferred. Education: Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. Work Experience: 5 years of experience required. 10 years of experience preferred. 2 years of leadership or management experience required. 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred. What additional preferences we're seeking Previous experience as a Director of Nursing, DON, or RN Director in a skilled nursing or long-term care facility. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
- 5 years of experience required.
- 2 years of leadership or management experience required.
Nice To Haves
- BLS Provider preferred.
- 10 years of experience preferred.
- 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.
- Previous experience as a Director of Nursing, DON, or RN Director in a skilled nursing or long-term care facility.
Responsibilities
- Lead clinical excellence by directing all nursing workflows and programs to ensure every resident receives personalized, high-quality care that honors their dignity and well-being.
- Empower and grow your team through strategic hiring, mentorship, and continuous education initiatives, building a culture of clinical competence and emotional support.
- Strategize for the future by developing departmental goals and budgets that align with modern healthcare standards, ensuring the facility has the resources needed to provide top-tier service.
- Champion regulatory integrity by overseeing admissions, transfers, and audit processes to maintain total compliance with state and federal standards, protecting both our residents and the organization.
- Innovate care delivery by evaluating clinical outcomes and forecasting future needs, allowing us to adapt quickly to the evolving landscape of long-term healthcare.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
