Skilled Nursing Director of Nursing

Start a new career as Skilled Nursing Director of Nursing at Luther Oaks!

At Luther Oaks—part of the Lutheran Life Communities family—you’ll thrive in a faith-based, mission-driven organization that supports its team members and calls them to serve. Join a culture that celebrates growth and recognition while reinvesting resources back into the people who make exceptional resident care possible.

Apply today and receive a response within 48 hours! 

Why choose Luther Oaks? 

• A mission to connect with residents, team members, and the community.    
• Recognition for exceptional service, drive, and motivation through our unique Culture Program 
• A structured training program that provides team members with the tools to be successful
• Great Benefits Package Available 
• Starting salary $85,000-$90,000/ year | Credit for experience will be given

How you will make an impact: 

In this leadership role, you'll direct day-to-day clinical operations in skilled nursing (19 beds), closely collaborating with therapy, culinary, resident life, maintenance, housekeeping, finance, and sales teams to ensure exceptional resident care and satisfaction. You will lead quality assurance and risk management initiatives, oversee key performance indicators, and serve as the primary liaison between residents, families, and our multidisciplinary team. Additionally, you’ll manage budgets, labor costs, supplies, and documentation systems to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and financial objectives. Your role also includes guiding survey readiness, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements, developing corrective action plans as needed, and recruiting, coaching, and mentoring clinical team members. You'll schedule staffing based on acuity and provide essential on-call leadership support.

Schedule: This is a full-time position with an on-call rotation. 

What you will need: 

• Current Illinois Registered Nursing license required.
• Bachelor’s degree or at least four years of long-term/geriatric nursing experience (or an equivalent combination)
• Minimum five years of supervisory experience in a healthcare setting
• Experience in the development and implementation of policies and procedures relate to staff and organization operations
• Must be able to comprehend and perform oral and written instructions and procedures. 
• Commitment to person-centered care and the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds ​
• Computer-adept in EHR and Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits Available for full time employees: 

• Health insurance coverage 
• Dental and Vision Plans 
• 403b Savings Plan 
• Daily Pay 
• Paid Time Off 
• Tuition Reimbursement program 
• WellBeing mental health support 
• 24/7 Chaplain Counseling 
• 365 Program for new team member development