Director of Nursing (DON) – Sign-On Bonus

Hallmark Healthcare of Pekin Pekin, IL, US

Competitive Pay Based on Experience + $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Now Hiring: Director of Nursing (DON)

Location: Hallmark Healthcare of Pekin, Pekin, IL
Schedule: Full-Time Position
Competitive Pay + Full Benefits Package + $10,000 Sign-On Bonus!

At Hallmark Healthcare of Pekin, we're looking for an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical team and help shape the future of resident care within our facility. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a motivated nursing professional who is passionate about long-term care, team development, and delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

Why Hallmark Healthcare of Pekin?

Competitive pay with daily pay options
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Career Advancement Opportunities with strong leadership and internal promotion support
Tuition reimbursement opportunities to help you earn your BSN
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, PTO, and employer-sponsored life insurance
Strong management support and collaborative leadership environment
Peer support network across the Crest Healthcare system
Autonomy and flexibility to confidently lead and develop your nursing team
Join a dedicated healthcare team that truly values compassionate resident care

Your Role:

Lead and support the nursing team to provide exceptional resident care
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal healthcare regulations
Collaborate with facility leadership on strategic planning and quality care initiatives
Develop and oversee quality assurance and risk management programs
Mentor, train, and support nursing staff to maintain high standards of care
Conduct daily rounds to monitor resident care, workflow, and employee performance
Support a culture focused on dignity, compassion, teamwork, and professional excellence
Assist with onboarding new nursing staff and implementing updated policies and procedures
Communicate effectively with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members
Perform additional leadership duties as assigned by facility administration

Who We’re Looking For:

Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license required
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Previous nursing leadership experience in long-term care preferred
Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and clinical protocols
Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building skills
Dependable, organized, and passionate about quality resident care
Motivated to lead, mentor, and support nursing staff development

At Hallmark Healthcare of Pekin:

Working here means becoming part of a close-knit healthcare team that genuinely cares about residents, families, and one another. Unlike traditional hospital settings, our facility allows you to build lasting relationships while supporting rehabilitation, recovery, and long-term care needs.

We proudly specialize in:

Long-Term Stay
Short-Term Stay
Rehabilitation
Respite Services

Ready to Make a Change?

We’d love to meet you! Apply online or stop by in person today:

2501 Allentown Rd, Pekin, IL 61554
Apply Online: https://www.hallmarkpekin.com/careers/

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

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