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Director of Nursing (DON)

Residences at Thorne Crest$105,000–$130,000/yrAlbert Lea, MNFull TimePosted 1w ago

About the job

Monarch Healthcare Management Benefits Include

  • UKG Wallet - get paid the next day!
  • Free Single Medical Insurance
  • Loan reimbursement.
  • Scholarship Opportunities
  • Paid Time Off – Vacation Time
  • 401 (k) with annual contribution match
  • Referral bonuses
  • Career path to other positions within our growing company!

Director of Nursing (DON)

Position Summary

The Director of Nursing is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining nursing service objectives, standards of practice, and care delivery systems while providing administrative authority and leadership to all nursing staff. This role oversees the RAI process, MDS coordination, care planning, and the delivery of resident care, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as the Nurse Practice Act. The Director of Nursing collaborates with all facility departments and external providers to coordinate admissions, discharges, referrals, and interdisciplinary care planning. Key responsibilities include managing staffing and scheduling, promoting efficiency within budget guidelines, and maintaining adequate supplies and equipment in partnership with the Administrator and Maintenance Director. Additionally, the Director fosters a positive, inclusive workplace culture, supports resident rights and confidentiality, strengthens medication safety and quality improvement efforts, and ensures staff receive ongoing education and training aligned with current policies, regulations, and best practices.

Qualifications

  • Licensure and Training Requirements: Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in Minnesota with training in rehabilitation, gerontology, nursing administration, management, supervision, or psychiatric/geriatric nursing - either before or within 12 months of appointment as Director of Nursing Services.
  • Communication and Functional Abilities: Must be able to communicate effectively in verbal and written form and perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Background and Compliance: Must pass a criminal background check as required by the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
  • Preferred Experience and Required Soft Skills: Preferred experience in healthcare, especially in skilled nursing or assisted living; must also demonstrate adaptability, resilience, emotional intelligence, and interpersonal skills to build trust and handle diverse demands.

About Monarch:

Monarch Healthcare Management is a mission-driven company that is changing the way short-term rehabilitation and long-term care are delivered. Our employees embody our motto, Where CARE and CUSTOMER SERVICE Come Together, by always putting the needs of residents and families first across Monarch's network of 60+ skilled nursing and assisted living facilities in Minnesota.

Partnering with higher research institutes and international tech companies, Monarch has been nationally recognized for its innovation in the care of our residents, making a meaningful impact on their quality of life and interactions.

We value our employees and work hard to attract and retain the best talent by offering a positive and supportive work environment along with competitive pay, fun perks, career development opportunities, and great benefits.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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From Residences at Thorne Crest's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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