About This Position
Director of Nursing (DON)
San Jacinto/Hemet/Romoland
Starting Salary: $140,000 annually (DOE)
Bonus Incentive Available
Position Overview
We are seeking a strong, experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical operations at a recently acquired Skilled Nursing Facility in the Beaumont/Banning area. This is a key leadership role suited for a hands‑on nursing executive with proven psychiatric/behavioral health experience who excels during times of transition and operational improvement.
The Director of Nursing will play a critical role in stabilizing clinical operations, building a high‑performing nursing team, and ensuring excellence in resident care and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Provide overall leadership and management of nursing services in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Lead clinical operations through post‑acquisition transition and change management
Ensure delivery of high‑quality nursing and psychiatric/behavioral health care
Maintain compliance with CMS, Title 22, and survey requirements
Recruit, train, mentor, and retain nursing leadership and staff
Collaborate with the Administrator, Medical Director, and interdisciplinary teams
Oversee clinical quality measures, infection control, and risk management programs
Ensure ongoing survey readiness and lead responses to audits and plans of correction
Develop, monitor, and manage nursing department staffing and budgets
Required Qualifications
Active California RN license in good standing
Minimum 5 years of nursing leadership experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility
Prior psychiatric or behavioral health nursing experience (required)
Strong working knowledge of CMS regulations, Title 22, and long‑term care standards
Proven leadership skills with experience in transitional or turnaround environments
Excellent communication, organizational, and team‑building abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Previous Director of Nursing experience in a SNF
Experience in post‑acute, behavioral health, or dual‑diagnosis settings
BSN or higher degree preferred
Compensation & Incentives
Starting salary of $140,000 annually (based on experience)
Performance‑based bonus incentive available
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off and paid holidays
Opportunity for growth within a multi‑facility organization
Why Join Us
This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a facility entering a new chapter of leadership and growth. We are seeking a DON who is passionate about quality care, strong clinical systems, and leading teams with integrity and accountability.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Experience
Nursing department supervision, Skilled nursing facility experience, Long-term care regulations, Operations management, Psychiatry, RN License, CMS, Long-term care facility experience, Change management, Team development, CMS regulatory compliance, Leading team collaboration initiatives, Working with individuals with mental health conditions, Clinical team leadership, Post-acute care experience
Benefits
Health savings account, Paid holidays, Health insurance, Dental insurance, 401(k), Flexible spending account, Tuition reimbursement, Paid time off, Vision insurance, 401(k) matching, Life insurance
