Director of Nursing (DON)

Director of Nursing

Health Center at Franklin Park
Denver, CO | Full-Time 

Pay Range: $110,000 – 126,880/year (based on experience)
Schedule Options: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with availability for on-call.

• Manage a team of Nurses who oversee our caregiving teams as well as assist staff in day-to-day activities
• Supervise and support nursing staff during your shift
• Conduct assessments and lead care planning for residents
• Promote residents' physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Ensure compliance with care regulations and clinical best practices
• Communicate with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team
• Oversee assigned areas of the facility and respond to urgent needs
• Foster a positive and professional environment on the care floor

• Must be 21 years or older
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current Colorado RN license or Compact RN license
• 5 years of nursing leadership experience required
• 2+ years as a Director of Nursing (DON) or Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) preferred
• 3–5 years of experience in gerontological nursing, with a strong background in rehabilitative and restorative clinical practices
• Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills, sound independent judgment, and the ability to effectively multitask and prioritize in a dynamic environment
• Clinical expertise with a compassionate, resident-centered approach

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, etc.)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

👉 Lead with purpose. Make a lasting impact. Apply now to start your journey with Health Center at Franklin Park.

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

All candidates must pass a drug screen as part of the pre-employment process. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.