Director of Nursing
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$39 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Lake Andes, SD 57356 Lake Andes, South Dakota open_in_new |
About this job
Job Description
- Culture Champion who inspires excellence and compassion
- Resident Advocate who supports dignity, independence, and joy
- Team Builder who develops and empowers caregivers
- Clinical Expert who ensures exceptional care outcomes
- Community Partner who helps create meaningful experiences for residents and families
Here, quality care and quality of life go hand in hand.
What You'll Do:
Clinical Leadership That Makes a Difference
- Lead and oversee nursing services across Assisted Living and Memory Care
- Ensure safe, ethical, person-centered care that honors each resident's unique needs
- Guide assessments, care planning, medication management, and clinical oversight
- Support innovative, evidence-based care practices
- Champion memory care approaches that promote dignity, comfort, and meaningful engagement
Create a Community Where Residents Thrive
- Partner with Life Enrichment, Culinary, and Operations teams
- Foster opportunities for connection, purpose, and joy
- Support dining experiences that enhance wellness, independence, and quality of life
- Help residents engage fully in the activities and relationships that matter most
Inspire and Develop Great Teams
- Lead, coach, mentor, and support nursing staff
- Build a culture rooted in compassion, accountability, and teamwork
- Promote professional growth and employee engagement
- Ensure team members feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed
Keep Excellence at the Center
- Maintain compliance with state, federal, and local regulations
- Lead survey readiness efforts with confidence
- Oversee infection prevention, quality assurance, and risk management initiatives
- Continuously improve safety, outcomes, and resident satisfaction
Build Trusted Relationships
- Serve as a clinical resource for residents, families, providers, and community partners
- Collaborate with operational leadership on staffing, budgeting, and strategic goals
- Support community growth through exceptional resident and family experiences
What We're Looking For:
Required
- Active RN license
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a healthcare setting
- Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Passion for residents-centered care and team development
Preferred
- Nursing leadership experience in Assisted Living
- Memory Care experience
- Proven ability to lead teams, drive quality outcomes, and foster positive culture
This leadership position provides 24/7 clinical oversight and participates in an on-call rotation to support residents, team members, and community operations when needed.
Applicants must successfully complete all required screenings, including TB testing, in accordance with state regulations.
Join a Team That Believes in Living Life Together!
If you're looking for a role where you can combine clinical excellence, compassionate leadership, and meaningful impact, we'd love to meet you.
Bring your nursing expertise. Share your heart for seniors. Help create a community where residents live fully and everyday matters.
HME Care is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Applicants who would like to request reasonable accommodation to the application or interview process should call Human Resources at 1-605-736-2732 or email hrdept@hmecompanies.net.
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