Are you a compassionate nursing leader who believes excellent clinical care starts with meaningful relationships and a stable, supported team? We are seeking a Director of Nursing (DON)to lead our small skilled nursing facility (SNF) within a larger Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization, our mission is rooted in dignity, service, and respect for every resident and team member. This role is ideal for a DON who values hands-on leadership, clinical excellence, and building a workplace where staff want to stay and grow.

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide clinical and operational leadership for the skilled nursing neighborhood

  • Build strong, trusting relationships with residents, families, and staff

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a dedicated nursing team with a focus on staff engagement and retention

  • Stabilize and strengthen staffing through consistent leadership, coaching, and presence

  • Oversee wound care management, ensuring best practices and positive outcomes

  • Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while maintaining survey readiness

  • Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams across the CCRC to deliver seamless, resident-centered care

  • Promote a faith-aligned culture grounded in compassion, accountability, and excellence

What We’re Looking For:

  • Strong, visible leadership skills with the ability to inspire trust and confidence

  • Demonstrated success in improving or stabilizing staff retention

  • Wound Care Certification (or willingness to obtain) with hands-on clinical expertise

  • Proven experience in skilled nursing or long-term care leadership

  • Solid clinical judgment and commitment to quality outcomes

  • Genuine ability to connect with residents and staff on a personal level

  • Alignment with the values of a faith-based, mission-driven organization

  • Current RN license in the State of Michigan (BSN preferred)

Why Join Us:

  • Supportive leadership within a respected not-for-profit CCRC

  • Opportunity to lead a smaller skilled nursing setting where your leadership truly matters

  • Mission-driven work that values people over profit

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

If you’re a Director of Nursing who leads with clinical strength, emotional intelligence, and heart, we would love to meet you.

Qualified applicants should send an updated resume to Erika at EHawes@leaderstat.com, or call 614-505-3611 for more information.

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