Director of Nursing (DON) - Skilled Nursing Facility
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Director of Nursing (DON) - Skilled Nursing Facility
Location: Madison, WI
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Salary: $100,000-$120,000 per year, based on experience
On-Call: Shared/rotating on-call responsibility
Relocation Assistance: Case to Case basis
We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical operations for a 33-bed Skilled Nursing Facility in Madison, WI.
The facility typically operates at approximately 25-26 skilled nursing residents and has an RN Manager overseeing the Assisted Living and Memory Care areas. This position will primarily focus on the skilled nursing unit while working collaboratively with the broader leadership team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced long-term care nurse leader who understands regulatory requirements and enjoys working in a smaller, supportive environment.
Job Responsibilities
• Oversee the quality and delivery of nursing care for skilled nursing residents
• Lead, supervise, and support nursing staff
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Monitor clinical standards, resident care, and nursing practices
• Develop and provide staff training and education
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations, and staff development
• Coordinate resident admissions and collaborate with Assisted Living and Memory Care leadership
• Maintain readiness for state and regulatory surveys
• Ensure compliance with Medicare and Medicaid requirements
• Address clinical, staffing, and operational concerns
• Promote resident safety and quality of care
• Collaborate with physicians, residents, families, and other members of the leadership team
Schedule
• Monday-Friday, typically 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Shared/rotating on-call responsibilities
• Primarily a leadership and clinical oversight position
Qualifications
• Current Wisconsin RN license
• 3-5 years of Director of Nursing experience preferred
• Strong Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) / Long-Term Care experience
• Strong understanding of federal and Wisconsin long-term care regulations
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid requirements
• Experience with state surveys and regulatory compliance
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to supervise, mentor, and develop nursing staff
Experienced ADON candidates may also be considered if they have strong long-term care leadership experience and a solid understanding of regulatory requirements.
Working Hours
• Monday-Friday, typically 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Shared/rotating on-call responsibilities
• Primarily a leadership and clinical oversight position
Skills
• $100,000-$120,000 annual salary, based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability
• Up to 80 hours of PTO in the first year
• 401(k) eligibility after 6 months
• Employee assistance program
• Potential relocation assistance for qualified candidates