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Director of Nursing (DON) - Full-Time Exempt

Stevens Point, WI Travel Sep 21, 2026
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Sep 21, 2026
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Director of Nursing (DON) - Full-Time Exempt · Stevens Point, WI

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About This Position

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Director of Nursing (RN) - Skilled Nursing Facility in Steven's Point, Wi.

North Shore Health prioritizes award-winning quality care. Steven's Point Health Services, a part of the North Shore Health team, is considered a leading provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation in your community. As part of North Shore Health, we are the Upper Midwest’s largest post-acute network, with 65 facilities in Wisconsin.

What We Offer You:

Wages up to $120,000 annually based on experience

Unlimited PTO

Growth Potential

Along with this position is eligible for participation in a quarterly leadership incentive program. The program is designed to recognize and reward leaders who advance North Shore Health’s commitment to Clinical Excellence through strong clinical, operational, financial, and leadership performance.

If you value being a leader, working in a progressive environment, and having opportunities to grow in your career, our center is The Right Choice for you! We are now accepting applications for a Director of Nursing (RN) to lead our team to achieve successful clinical outcomes by mentoring our next generation of nurses and CNAs in their career path.:

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Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Clinical Quality Resident Care

Provides overall leadership and oversight of the nursing department to ensure high-quality resident care

Accountable for clinical outcomes, including prevention and management of falls, pressure injuries, infections, and hospital readmissions

Ensures physicians and clinical providers conduct visits as required and that care is delivered in accordance with resident needs

Conducts regular rounds to monitor resident care, staff performance, and overall environment of care

Oversees documentation practices to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance of resident records

May provide direct care as needed

Regulatory Compliance Survey Readiness

Maintains continuous survey readiness and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

Leads survey preparation, participates in surveys, and oversees implementation of plans of correction

Oversees incident reporting, investigations, and follow-up actions in accordance with regulatory requirements

Ensures compliance with all organizational policies, procedures, and the compliance program

Quality Improvement Infection Control

Leads QAPI and performance improvement initiatives for the nursing department utilizing data, metrics, and trends to drive decision-making and improve outcomes

Oversees infection prevention and control programs to ensure compliance and minimize risk. May be the center Infection Preventionist.

Workforce Leadership Development

Develops, leads, and retains a high-performing nursing team through effective hiring, coaching, and performance management

Oversees staffing and scheduling to ensure appropriate coverage while managing labor costs, overtime, and agency utilization

Ensures orientation, onboarding, ongoing training, and competency development of nursing personnel

Ensures maintenance of licensure and certification requirements for all nursing personnel, including CPR certification for all licensed nursing personnel

Ensures fair and consistent application of disciplinary processes and performance evaluations

Operations Financial Management

Ensures necessary equipment, supplies, and staffing levels are available to support quality care delivery

Participates in budget development for the nursing department, medical, nursing and central supplies.

Manages nursing department operations within budget, including labor and supply expenses

Leadership, Collaboration Culture

Partners with the Executive Director and interdisciplinary team to drive clinical, operational, and financial performance

Acts in an administrative capacity in the absence of the Executive Director

Collaborates with internal and external partners to improve quality of care and operational outcomes

Promotes a culture of accountability, professionalism, safety, and resident-centered care

Ensures high standards of customer service for residents, families, and staff

Treats residents, families, visitors, and staff with courtesy and respect

Professional Responsibilities

Represents the organization in professional, community, and marketing activities as appropriate

Attends and participates in required meetings, committees, training, and organizational initiatives

May provide direct nursing care as needed and serve in an administrative capacity in the absence of the Executive Director

Safety

Knows and follows North Shore Health rules

Follows North Shore Health dress and hygiene policies

Demonstrates proper use of equipment

Reports equipment needs or repairs

Follows North Shore Health smoking policies

Reports and documents any incidents or accidents of residents, staff or visitors to the appropriate North Shore Health Support Center personnel

Reports all hazardous conditions/equipment to Executive Director

Uses required protective equipment

Follows infection control standards, policies and procedures

Resident Rights

Knows Resident Rights

Helps the residents/patients exercise and/or protect their rights

Maintains confidentiality of resident/patient and employee information

HIPAA

Follows and adheres to North Shore Health’s policies and procedures implementing HIPAA requirements for the privacy and security of protected health information

Uses and/or discloses only minimum amount of Protected Health Information necessary to complete assigned tasks

Reports all suspected violations of the company’s HIPAA policies or procedures to North Shore Health’s Chief Compliance Officer.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

The responsibilities of this position may involve significant travel and physical activities including standing, occasional lifting (up to 50 pounds unassisted), bending, stooping, pushing, pulling and twisting. Lifting and/or transferring some residents will require use of a lifting device and/or assistance from other staff.

Required Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN) with active, unrestricted license in the state

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations and clinical practices

Current CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience as a Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing

Demonstrated experience with survey readiness and regulatory compliance

Experience managing staffing, budgets, and operational performance

Leadership Competencies

Strategic thinking and decision-making

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to lead through change and manage competing priorities

High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism

Ability to analyze data and drive performance improvement

Working Conditions Physical Requirements

Frequent walking, standing, and movement throughout the facility

Occasional lifting, bending, and physical activity as needed

Exposure to clinical environments, including infectious materials

On-call responsibility and availability for evenings, weekends, and emergencies

Additional Expectations

Maintains confidentiality and complies with all data privacy and security requirements

Adheres to all organizational policies, procedures, and compliance standards

Promotes resident rights, dignity, and quality of life

Completes all required training and competencies
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