Director of Nursing (DON) — Skilled Nursing Facility, Days

Job overview

The Director of Nursing (DON) — Skilled Nursing Facility, Days role is onsite in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with a full-time schedule from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Compensation is $100,000–$120,000 per year. The role supports resident outcomes and nursing services at Northbrook Rehabilitation Center. The DON leads facility nursing operations, establishes clinical standards, and oversees regulatory compliance and care quality. The position supports nursing staff performance and resident-centered care through supervision, outcome monitoring, and improvement initiatives.

What you'll do

• Lead nursing operations
• ensure compliance with state and federal requirements
• oversee clinical quality, infection control, and survey readiness
• supervise nursing leadership and support staff development
• collaborate with administration on staffing, budgets, and quality initiatives
• monitor clinical outcomes and implement improvement strategies
• promote accountability, safety, and resident-centered care
• ensure documentation and policies meet regulatory standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of nursing (don)

skilled nursing facility

full-time days

6 a.m.–2 p.m.

cedar rapids ia

northbrook rehabilitation center

$100k–$120k per year

nursing operations

clinical quality

regulatory compliance

infection control

survey readiness

resident-centered care

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• paid time off
• employee assistance program.

Why this role

Full-time day schedule, 6 a.m.–2 p.m.; current state Registered Nurse licensure and long-term care leadership experience are required.

About the employer

Northbrook Rehabilitation Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities). Sector: 62.