Demo

Director of Nursing

Barthell O.E.S. Home
Decorah, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/8/2026 CLOSED ON 9/19/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing position at Barthell O.E.S. Home?

Director of Nursing (DON)Lead with Compassion. Make a Difference.

Are you an experienced nurse ready to take the next step into leadership?

We are a small, private pay nursing home in beautiful Decorah, Iowa. We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing team.

Our smaller size gives our Director of Nursing the opportunity to truly know our residents and their families, support your staff personally and see the impact of your leadership every day. Here, you aren’t just another member of a large corporate organization. We are looking for a leader who believes excellent care starts with strong relationships, teamwork, accountability, and respect.

As Director of Nursing, you will:

  • Provide leadership and direction to our nursing department
  • Support, mentor, and develop nurses, C.M.A.’s and CNAs
  • Promote high-quality, resident-centered care
  • Oversee nursing practices, policies, documentation, and clinical systems
  • Assist with staffing and development of a strong nursing team
  • Work collaboratively with the Administrator and other department leaders
  • Maintain compliance with applicable state and federal nursing home requirements
  • Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement activities
  • Communicate effectively with residents, families, physicians, and staff
  • Help create a positive workplace where employees feel valued and supported

Requirements:

  • Current Iowa Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
  • Strong clinical nursing skills
  • Excellent communication and organizational abilities
  • A compassionate, approachable leadership style
  • Commitment to resident dignity, safety, and quality of life
  • Long-term care experience preferred
  • Leadership or supervisory experience preferred

We encourage experienced nurses with strong leadership potential to apply. If you have not previously served as a DON but are ready to grow into a leadership role, we would like to hear from you.

If you are looking for a meaningful leadership opportunity where quality care, teamwork, and relationships matter, we invite you to apply.

Apply today to learn more about becoming part of our team.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to LKreul@eaststardec.com

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $105,000

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets
This job has expired.
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Barthell O.E.S. Home

  • Barthell O.E.S. Home Decorah, IA
  • Job Overview $1000 SIGN ON BONUS*PAID WEEKLY*SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT*GREAT STATE SURVEY EXPERIENCE*ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES*WONDERFUL CARING CO-WORKERS. Pr... more
  • 14 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Director of Nursing jobs in the Decorah, IA area that may be a better fit.

  • Parkview Manor Wellman, IA
  • At Campbell Street, you’ll find purpose, growth, and a team that has your back. We’re committed to creating a workplace where you can thrive – personally a... more
  • 18 Days Ago

  • Prairie Hills at Cedar Rapids Norway, IA
  • About Arvum Senior LivingArvum Senior Living proudly manages Assisted Living and Memory Care communities, representing over 2,000 units across the Gulf Coa... more
  • 1 Month Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!