Director of Nursing (DON)

Director of Nursing (RN) – Assisted Living Spring Oak Senior Living is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as the Director of nursing for one of our assisted living communities. An active RN license is required for this position. This is a hands-on clinical leadership role for an RN who is passionate about resident care, team development, regulatory compliance, and creating a warm, supportive environment for seniors. The Director of Nursing reports to the Executive Director and works closely with regional and corporate clinical leadership.   Spring Oak Senior Living is a family-owned and operated senior living company. Our company credo is “Welcome to the family,” and we take pride in creating a workplace where residents and staff feel valued, supported, and respected. We are proud to have been Great Place to Work Certified for two years in a row.

Responsibilities: The Director of Nursing is responsible for leading the clinical and wellness operations of the assisted living community, including:

Provide clinical leadership and oversight for resident care and wellness services

Lead, support, coach, and develop the wellness team, including LPNs, Med Techs, and Caregivers, while maintaining clear expectations and accountability

Maintain an active presence on the floor and provide hands-on support to staff as needed

Oversee resident assessments, service plans, care plans, and changes in condition

Ensure resident care is delivered in accordance with state regulations, company policies, and best practices

Oversee medication management, medication administration, MARs, EMAR, pharmacy communication, and medication compliance

Communicate regularly with residents, families, physicians, pharmacies, hospitals, and outside providers

Follow up promptly on resident clinical concerns, incidents, changes in condition, and family concerns

Review physician orders, pharmacy reports, dietician reports, incident reports, and resident documentation

Coordinate admissions, re-admissions, hospital returns, and resident transitions of care

Partner with the Executive Director and leadership team to ensure the community can safely meet resident care needs

Conduct staff training, clinical education, in-services, and ongoing coaching

Support infection control, quality assurance, survey readiness, and regulatory compliance

Monitor documentation to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and completeness

Participate in investigations, including incidents, falls, allegations of abuse or neglect, infectious disease concerns, and other reportable events

Assist with recruitment, onboarding, evaluations, corrective action, and development of wellness team members

Maintain strong relationships with residents and families through clear communication and compassionate leadership

Participate in clinical on-call coverage and ensure appropriate support is available for urgent resident care needs

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment

Must have supervisory or nursing leadership experience.

Assisted living, senior living, long-term care, skilled nursing, or memory care experience preferred

Strong understanding of resident assessments, care plans, medication management, documentation, and regulatory compliance

Experience with EMAR, electronic health records, or computerized clinical systems

Excellent communication skills with residents, families, physicians, staff, and outside providers

Ability to lead a team with professionalism, accountability, compassion, and confidence

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to respond calmly and effectively to resident care concerns, emergencies, and changing priorities

Commitment to maintaining resident dignity, safety, rights, and quality of life

Why Join Spring Oak?

At Spring Oak, we are more than a senior living company. We are a family-owned organization that believes in supporting our residents, families, and employees. Our Director of Nursing plays a key leadership role in building a strong care team and creating a community where residents can truly feel at home.  

We offer: Competitive salary  Health, dental, and vision insurance  Paid time off  401(k) company match  Supportive leadership team  Family-owned company culture  Great Place to Work Certified for two years in a row   If you are an RN with strong clinical judgment, leadership ability, and a passion for senior care, we would like to hear from you.