Director of Nursing (DON) – Skilled Nursing & Long-Term Care
Location: San Bernardino County, CA
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
Compensation: $125,000–$185,000 per year, plus an Annual Incentive Bonus and relocation consideration
Sign-On Bonus: $30,000
The Opportunity
Step into the top nursing role as Director of Nursing (DON) at a hospital-affiliated skilled nursing facility (SNF) in Southern California, where you will set the standard for resident care and shape a team that takes real pride in its work. This is a chance to lead a large long-term care (LTC) operation with the backing of a multi-hospital health network, giving you the stability and resources of a larger system along with the close-knit feel of a community campus.
You will be a key voice on the administrative team, with the autonomy to build culture, develop your managers, and raise the bar on clinical quality, CMS survey readiness, and Five-Star quality ratings. A $30,000 sign-on bonus, annual incentive plan, and relocation consideration are available for the right leader.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) with employer match
Generous paid time off
Continuing education and career development support
Health savings and flexible spending account options
Employee assistance and discount programs
Voluntary coverage including pet, legal, accident, critical illness, and long-term care insurance
Required Experience
At least 5 years of experience as a Registered Nurse
At least 2 years of progressive leadership experience as a manager, director, or Director of Nursing Services in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting
Required Qualifications
Current California RN license
Current CPR certification
Key Responsibilities
Set the tone for exceptional resident care by leading from the front
Build strong managers and delegate effectively to drive results through your team
Manage nursing operations within budget while protecting quality and staffing stability
Oversee MDS accuracy and clinical documentation in partnership with the interdisciplinary team
Partner with the administrative team on strategy, performance, and day-to-day operations
Keep the center survey-ready and fully compliant with CMS federal long-term care regulations and California Title 22
Apply for Consideration
Interested? Apply here or message Ina Phillip directly at iphillip@ariteam.com or 770-433-2220 (call/text). A quick note is all it takes to start a confidential conversation.
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