Director of Nursing-Long Term Care Job at Wheeler Staffing Partners, Joshua Tree, CA

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  • Wheeler Staffing Partners
  • Joshua Tree, CA

Job Description

Director of Nursing (DON) – Long-Term Care

Location: Joshua Tree, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time | Day Shift

Facility Size: 120 Beds

Salary: $135,000–$195,000 (based on experience)

License Required: Active RN License (California)

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) for a full-time opportunity at a 120-bed Continuing Care Center in Joshua Tree, CA. This leadership role is ideal for a hands-on, operationally driven RN with a proven record in long-term care or subacute environments.

The DON will work closely with the CNO/COO and executive leadership to uphold regulatory compliance, drive clinical quality, and cultivate a supportive, team-oriented culture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and oversight for daily nursing operations
  • Develop and implement nursing policies aligned with clinical best practices
  • Supervise and mentor nurse managers and clinical staff
  • Conduct routine rounds to evaluate resident outcomes and staff performance
  • Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and service coordination
  • Manage department budgets, both operational and capital
  • Lead QAPI (Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement) initiatives
  • Collaborate with physicians, the medical director, and acute hospital partners
  • Ensure full regulatory compliance with state, federal, and accrediting bodies
  • Respond decisively in emergency or crisis situations

Required Qualifications

  • Active RN license in the state of California (in good standing)
  • Minimum 5 years of nursing experience in a SNF, subacute, or acute care setting
  • Minimum 3 years of leadership or nurse management experience
  • Demonstrated success in improving clinical outcomes and staff development
  • Strong communication, team leadership, and decision-making skills
  • Current CPR certification
  • BSN preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing required

Physical & Work Conditions

  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, and computer use
  • Occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs)
  • Office-based work with regular clinical floor responsibilities
  • Occasional kneeling, stooping, and crouching as needed

Pre-Employment Requirements

  • Background Check
  • Drug Screening

About Wheeler Staffing Partners

At Wheeler Staffing Partners, we connect healthcare professionals with high-impact roles that align with their expertise and passion. We understand that nursing leadership is about more than operations—it's about making a lasting difference in the lives of residents, families, and staff alike.

This opportunity offers the chance to join a purpose-driven organization focused on compassionate, high-quality care and long-term clinical excellence.

Job Tags

Full time, Day shift,

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