Director of Nursing — Skilled Nursing Facility

Job overview

The Director of Nursing role is an onsite, full-time leadership position in Chicago, IL. Compensation is not specified. The position leads the nursing department at a skilled nursing facility and works with facility leadership, residents, families, and clinical staff. The Director of Nursing oversees nursing services and clinical operations to support safe, compliant, resident-centered care. The role also manages staffing, quality assurance, infection prevention, regulatory readiness, and staff development.

What you'll do

• Lead nursing services and clinical operations
• ensure care follows resident plans, physician orders, facility policies, and regulations
• recruit, supervise, and develop staff
• manage coverage and scheduling
• monitor clinical outcomes and quality indicators
• oversee quality assurance and performance improvement
• prepare for surveys and audits
• maintain compliant documentation
• collaborate on assessments and care planning
• oversee infection prevention and medication management
• manage department expenses
• participate in facility leadership and planning
• participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergencies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of nursing

skilled nursing facility

nursing leadership

resident care

clinical operations

quality assurance

infection prevention

staff development

full-time

chicago il

illinois rn license

on-call rotation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires an unrestricted Illinois Registered Nurse license and senior nursing leadership experience in a skilled nursing facility. The posting states participation in an on-call rotation and availability outside normal business hours when needed.

About the employer

Senior Living Talent Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities). Sector: 62.