Director of Nursing (DON) Opportunity!

Location: Sunrise Skilled Nursing & Rehab – Virden, IL
Competitive Pay + Full Benefits

Sunrise Skilled Nursing & Rehab is seeking a compassionate and experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated nursing leader who is passionate about patient care, team development, and creating a positive impact within a skilled nursing environment.

As the Director of Nursing, you will play a vital role in overseeing nursing operations, supporting clinical excellence, and ensuring residents receive high-quality, patient-centered care every day.

Why Join Sunrise Skilled Nursing & Rehab?

  • Competitive pay with recently increased wages

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Daily Pay – access earned wages when you need them

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and overtime opportunities

  • Employer-sponsored life insurance

  • Tuition assistance opportunities

  • Career advancement and leadership growth opportunities

  • Employee Assistance Fund and PTO donation program

  • Strong management team and supportive work environment

  • Continuing education and professional development support

Your Role as Director of Nursing

As a key member of the Sunrise leadership team, you will oversee nursing operations and support the facility’s mission of providing compassionate, high-quality care.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Leading, mentoring, and supporting nursing staff

  • Ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations

  • Managing patient records and maintaining confidentiality standards

  • Collaborating with physicians, residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams

  • Assisting with care planning and resident assessments

  • Developing and implementing quality assurance and risk management programs

  • Training and onboarding nursing staff while supporting ongoing education

  • Conducting daily rounds and monitoring quality of care and staff performance

  • Supporting continuous quality improvement initiatives

  • Promoting a positive, patient-centered culture throughout the facility

Who We’re Looking For:

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

  • Previous nursing leadership experience preferred, especially in long-term care or skilled nursing

  • Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations and clinical best practices

  • Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented leadership style

  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

  • Passion for delivering genuine hometown care and supporting staff development

About Sunrise Skilled Nursing & Rehab

At Sunrise Skilled Nursing & Rehab, we are committed to creating a supportive environment where residents and employees feel valued and cared for. Our services include:

  • Long-term care

  • Short-term rehabilitation

  • Rehabilitation services

  • Respite services

We believe in supporting our leaders through collaboration, education, and opportunities for continued growth while maintaining the close-knit culture of our local facility.

Ready to Join Our Team?

We would love to meet you! Apply online today or stop by in person to complete an application.

Sunrise Skilled Nursing & Rehab
333 S Wrightsman St
Virden, IL 62690

Apply Online at Sunrise Skilled Nursing & Rehab

 

This organization does not discriminate in hiring or employment based on ancestry, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, military status, veteran status, or disability. No question on the application is intended to secure information to be used for such discrimination. This application will be given every consideration; however, its receipt does not imply employment for the applicant.

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