Director of Nursing (DON) - Aurora, IL

About Community Health Partnership of Illinois

Community Health Partnership of Illinois (CHP) is a nonprofit healthcare organization dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality primary medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare services to underserved communities throughout Illinois.

With over 55 years of service, CHP proudly serves more than 10,000 patients across six counties in central and northern Illinois. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve through compassionate, patient-centered care.

Position Summary

Community Health Partnership of Illinois is seeking an experienced and motivated Director of Nursing (DON) to provide leadership and oversight of nursing and clinical operations across multiple CHP locations.

The Director of Nursing will be responsible for supervising clinical staff, overseeing clinical programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and maintaining high standards of patient care and safety.

This position will work collaboratively with Medical Directors, healthcare providers, and organizational leadership to strengthen clinical operations, promote staff development, and ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality healthcare services.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Staff Management

• Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to nursing staff, medical assistants, and clinical support personnel.
• Oversee clinical staffing, scheduling, and daily nursing operations across CHP locations.
• Coordinate employee onboarding, orientation, training, competency assessments, and professional development.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment among clinical staff, providers, and leadership.

Clinical Operations & Quality Improvement

• Oversee the implementation and monitoring of clinical programs, workflows, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor patient complaints, clinical incidents, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve patient care, clinical efficiency, and operational effectiveness.
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, infection control, and clinical staff meetings.

Regulatory Compliance & Accreditation

• Lead and coordinate activities related to The Joint Commission accreditation and Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) certification.
• Ensure compliance with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements and applicable healthcare regulations.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, regulatory reports, safety logs, policies, and training documentation.
• Support ongoing accreditation readiness and regulatory compliance across CHP facilities.

Infection Prevention & Facility Safety

• Oversee infection prevention and control programs, including staff education, surveillance, and policy implementation.
• Manage life safety programs, emergency preparedness activities, safety drills, and required documentation.
• Oversee radiation safety requirements, including equipment monitoring and staff compliance.
• Ensure clinical facilities maintain a safe, compliant, and professional patient-care environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by organizational leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing with a minimum of two years of clinical experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of The Joint Commission accreditation standards and Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) certification requirements.
• Understanding of healthcare regulations, clinical practices, and medical terminology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to oversee clinical operations while maintaining high standards of patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Infection Preventionist certification.
• Experience in ambulatory care, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), or similar community healthcare settings.
• Experience managing quality improvement initiatives, clinical compliance programs, and accreditation processes.

Benefits

CHP offers a comprehensive benefits package, including

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Management Tools
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company-Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Programs

Join Our Team!

Are you a dedicated healthcare leader passionate about patient safety, clinical excellence, and improving healthcare outcomes?

At Community Health Partnership of Illinois, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting clinical teams and helping deliver essential healthcare services to communities throughout Illinois.

Apply today and become part of the CHP team!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Community Health Partnership of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.