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Director of Nursing (DON) – Registered Nurse (RN)

Advena Living at Fountainview
Wichita, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 9/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/7/2027

RN Director of Nursing (DON)

Lead with purpose. Shape exceptional resident care.

We are seeking an experienced RN Director of Nursing to lead our nursing department and help create an environment where residents receive high-quality, compassionate care and team members can do their best work. In this key leadership role, you will guide clinical operations, develop nursing staff, and promote compliance with applicable standards and regulations.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the nursing department and promote consistent, resident-centered care.
  • Recruit, coach, develop, and support nursing team members.
  • Oversee staffing, scheduling, clinical systems, and departmental performance.
  • Partner with facility leadership and the interdisciplinary team to improve quality outcomes.
  • Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local long-term care requirements.
  • Assist with care supervision and provide direct resident care.

What You’ll Bring

  • Current, unencumbered Kansas Registered Nurse license or multistate license.
  • Long-term care leadership experience and knowledge of applicable regulations.
  • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, staffing, and scheduling.
  • Strong leadership, communication, organization, and team-building skills.
  • Proficiency with common computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
  • Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications preferred.

Benefits and Opportunities to Earn More

As a full-time employee, you’ll have access to a full benefits package designed to support your health and financial well-being. This includes Paid Time Off (PTO), pretax medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, and voluntary benefits such as Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Voluntary Life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.

Want to earn more? Team members have opportunities to increase their earnings through overtime and shift differentials!

Advena Living — Your Career. Your Choice. Welcome to the Team.

Apply today and discover where your career can grow.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

License/Certification:

  • RN License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $74,973 - $94,413

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