What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (RN) position at Americare Senior Living?
Sabetha Manor Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing | Sabetha, KS
Total Compensation: $95,000-$100,000
Now Offering a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus!
Join Sabetha Manor in Sabetha, KS and bring your leadership to a team that values compassion, excellence, and innovation in Long-term care.
Your Role as the Director of Nursing (DON)
Skilled Nursing
As the Director of Nursing, you’ll lead the clinical team to ensure exceptional, resident-centered care within our skilled nursing community. You’ll oversee all nursing services, providing clinical supervision, strategic direction, and regulatory oversight while maintaining Americare’s high standards of care.
In collaboration with the Administrator and interdisciplinary teams, you’ll guide assessments, care planning, medication management, and staff development. Your leadership will play a vital role in fostering a safe, compliant, and home-like environment that supports the well-being of both residents and team members.
What You’ll Do
Licensure
Equal Opportunity Employer
Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
Interested in Americare Senior Living but not ready to apply?
We understand that timing matters. Our Talent Network offers a simple way to stay connected, receive updates on nursing leadership opportunities, and explore what’s next — with no pressure to apply.
Advance Your Clinical Career in Senior Living
Are you a nurse or clinical professional looking for a meaningful role in senior living or long-term care? At Americare, you’ll combine clinical excellence with compassionate care.
Who We Are
Grow your clinical career in senior living with Americare. Apply today.
Total Compensation: $95,000-$100,000
Now Offering a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus!
Join Sabetha Manor in Sabetha, KS and bring your leadership to a team that values compassion, excellence, and innovation in Long-term care.
Your Role as the Director of Nursing (DON)
Skilled Nursing
As the Director of Nursing, you’ll lead the clinical team to ensure exceptional, resident-centered care within our skilled nursing community. You’ll oversee all nursing services, providing clinical supervision, strategic direction, and regulatory oversight while maintaining Americare’s high standards of care.
In collaboration with the Administrator and interdisciplinary teams, you’ll guide assessments, care planning, medication management, and staff development. Your leadership will play a vital role in fostering a safe, compliant, and home-like environment that supports the well-being of both residents and team members.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee the clinical supervision and administration of all nursing services
- Implement, maintain, and periodically revise nursing objectives, standards, policies, and procedures
- Provide clinical guidance and leadership to nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and other care team members
- Partner with the Administrator to ensure staff receive required orientation, in-service education, and ongoing training
- Conduct and oversee resident assessments and ensure all clinical documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, and Americare regulations, including survey readiness
- Manage medication systems to ensure they meet regulatory requirements and resident needs
- Support quality assurance efforts by maintaining community standards, assisting with inspections, and promoting a safe, home-like environment
Licensure
- Current state Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Proven nursing leadership experience, preferably in skilled nursing, senior living, or long-term care
- Strong clinical knowledge and leadership capabilities
- Ability to balance administrative responsibilities with hands-on clinical oversight
- Sound judgment, organization, and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work closely with staff, administrators, physicians, residents, and families
- Passion for senior care
- Alignment with Americare’s mission, values, and commitment to quality of life
- Stand, sit, walk, bend, and change positions frequently
- Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed
- Push/pull up to 100 lbs. and maneuver wheelchairs (up to 350 lbs.)
- Assist in lowering residents to the floor during falls using proper procedures
- Use required safety equipment, including gait belts and mechanical lifts
- Perform tasks requiring good vision, hearing, and verbal communication
Equal Opportunity Employer
Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
Interested in Americare Senior Living but not ready to apply?
We understand that timing matters. Our Talent Network offers a simple way to stay connected, receive updates on nursing leadership opportunities, and explore what’s next — with no pressure to apply.
- Join our Talent Network through our LinkedIn page:
Advance Your Clinical Career in Senior Living
Are you a nurse or clinical professional looking for a meaningful role in senior living or long-term care? At Americare, you’ll combine clinical excellence with compassionate care.
Who We Are
- Leading senior living and healthcare provider serving multiple states
- 40 years of experience in assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing
- Values-driven culture built on RISING: Respect
- Integrity
- Servant Heart
- Inspire
- Nurture
- Growth
- Nationally recognized workplace and care provider
- Deliver high-quality resident-centered clinical care
- Work with supportive leadership and collaborative care teams
- Opportunity to grow into leadership or specialty clinical roles
- Focus on quality outcomes, compliance, and patient safety
- Be part of a mission-driven organization that values your expertise
- Competitive compensation
- Daily pay access
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
- Free meals during shifts
- Recognition programs and career advancement pathways
Grow your clinical career in senior living with Americare. Apply today.
Salary : $95,000 - $100,000