Director of Nursing Skilled Nursing

Location: Chicago, IL

Facility: Resurrection Village - Life Center

Specialty: Skilled nursing and rehab

Schedule: Days | Full-time

Salary range: $104,857 - $141,865 per year

Eligible for an annual bonus incentive

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• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

• Lead daily clinical operations to ensure seamless unit workflows, high-quality patient assessments, and exceptional care delivery at every touchpoint.
• Build and mentor a high-performing nursing team by driving recruitment, onboarding, professional development, and continuous education initiatives that empower your staff.
• Define strategic department goals that align with broader health system objectives while maintaining the highest medical, legal, and ethical standards.
• Manage unit resources and finances by developing and monitoring budgets to ensure your team has the essential tools and support to thrive.
• Oversee continuous quality improvement by directing regular clinical audits and proactively addressing feedback to elevate the overall patient experience.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider preferred.
• Registered Nurse preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
• Master's degree or combination of Bachelor's degree and experience preferred.

Work Experience:

• 5 years of experience required.
• 10 years of experience preferred.
• 2 years of leadership or management experience required.
• 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

• Skilled nursing or long term care (LTC) experience
• Wound care experience

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