Director of Nursing (DON)

Job overview

The Director of Nursing (DON) role is onsite in Othello, WA, with an annual salary range of $135,000–$145,000. Othello Post Acute’s nursing department provides patient care and supports the facility’s organizational goals. The DON leads nursing services to promote safe, effective, high-quality care. The role oversees clinical performance, staffing and resources, staff development, regulatory compliance, patient advocacy, and coordination with interdisciplinary teams.

What you'll do

• Lead the nursing department and set patient-care goals
• develop nursing policies and procedures
• manage staffing, budgets, and equipment
• oversee care quality and patient outcomes
• implement quality improvement initiatives
• train, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff
• ensure regulatory and accreditation compliance
• prepare for inspections and surveys
• maintain records
• advocate for patients and communicate with families
• coordinate care plans and transitions with interdisciplinary teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of nursing

nursing leadership

patient care

clinical oversight

quality improvement

regulatory compliance

staff development

registered nurse license

othello wa

othello post acute

$135k–$145k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k), 401(k) matching, dental insurance, health insurance, paid time off, and vision insurance.

Why this role

Leadership role combining clinical oversight, staff development, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.

About the employer

Othello Post Acute is hiring for this role. Industry: Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities). Sector: 62.