Director of Nursing (DON) Opportunity

Hallmark Healthcare of Pekin is looking for a Director of Nursing to join our growing team!

The Director of Nursing is a key member of the Hallmark Leadership Team who will integrate and coordinate a patient-centric nursing strategy with a keen focus on patient care. The DON participates in the facility's strategic planning and contributes to the achievement of institutional goals and objectives. The DON will also be required to manage, train, and motivationally support the nursing staff. The ideal candidate for this position will have previous experience within Nursing Home environments, demonstrate nursing leadership, possess a strong ability to work with and develop teams, and have an in-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations and protocols.

Your Job:

• Treat and care for residents and their property with dignity and respect.
• Work cooperatively with healthcare team members to maintain established standards of care.
• Manage patients' data and medical records as confidential records.
• Communicate with doctors, patients, and family members about patient health.
• Ensure the nursing unit is compliant with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Train and onboard new nursing staff.
• Implement new procedures and train Nurses on policies.
• Assist with care planning process. Develop/implement quality assurance and risk management programs.
• Make daily rounds to direct employees' work, observe for hazards, work duty problems, and ensure services are delivered to clients consistent with needs.
• Assist with continuous quality improvement and corrective follow-up actions.
• Complete other duties at the discretion of management.

Working at Hallmark Healthcare of Pekin is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the value of every individual and the unique experience they bring to our purpose-minded team. Unlike the typical hospital setting, our facility offers you the unique opportunity to walk alongside patients on their road to recovery from many different conditions. As you care for and help patients achieve goals and regain independence, you can form significant relationships with them and celebrate the successes they experience along the way. With a particular focus on collaboration and communication with our patients and their families, we're committed to providing specialized services like:

• Long term stay
• Short term stay
• Rehabilitation
• Respite services

Who You Are:

• Current Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• A professional team player with a commitment of maintaining a reliable shift history
• Passionate about contributing to an organization focused on providing genuine hometown care
• Enthusiastic about helping others and being part of a team who focuses on the same

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay!!
• Benefits Package Including Health, Dental, and Vision
• Daily Pay: On-demand daily pay benefit where employees can receive real-time access to earned wages
• Strong Management Team
• Accelerated Growth
• Paid Time Off
• Overtime Pay
• Employer-Sponsored Life Insurance
• Career Advancement Program
• Employee Assistance Fund- Apply for a grant when in need! Ability to donate PTO
• Tuition Assistance – Get paid to get your BSN

What do our current nursing leaders value at Hallmark Healthcare of Pekin?

That while being under the Crest Healthcare umbrella, each facility is run independently, so our nurse executives have the autonomy to manage their teams with clinical and educational support from our talented consultants. You are never alone, as you are part of a network of peer nurse leaders that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. We offer internal leadership, clinical education, and continuing education designed to keep you at the top of your practice. Hallmark offers and supports real career advancement opportunities, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package that reflects the work/life needs of our senior leaders.

Are YOU ready to make a change? We would love to meet you! Apply here, or walk in anytime to fill out an application at 2501 Allentown Road, Pekin, IL 61554

Visit our website for more information and our careers page for other job opportunities with Hallmark Healthcare of Pekin! https://www.hallmarkpekin.com/

This organization does not discriminate in hiring or employment based on ancestry, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, military status, veteran status, or disability. No question on the application is intended to secure information to be used for such discrimination. This application will be given every consideration; however, its receipt does not imply employment for the applicant.