Director of Nursing

Overview

Director of Nursing – 30K Sign-on Bonus. Join the non-profit Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community as their next Director of Nursing in Aberdeen, South Dakota.

• The Director of Nursing will provide collaborative, strategic, and clinical leadership in accordance with the purpose and values of Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community.
• The Director will be a collaborative partner across the organization with a focus on total nursing care for residents, building relationships with physicians and service line leadership, and cultivating a culture of respect and responsiveness.
• The Director will oversee ongoing departmental initiatives including nursing strategy, quality, patient care, and patient experience throughout the 81-bed facility.
• The Director will utilize adopted business models to measure metrics and develop processes that ensure the delivery of optimal quality, safety, satisfaction, engagement, and fiscal outcomes.
• This leader will be responsible for staffing initiatives including coaching, mentoring, evaluations, and will strive to improve staff retention by developing and implementing programs and initiatives that align with Avera Health’s policies.
• Seeking a strong leader to bring nursing expertise to the organization and move forward key initiatives around alignment of patient needs, outcomes, and compliance and safety with productivity guidelines.

• Registered Nurse (RN) with an active license in the state of practice, upon hire.
• A minimum of two years of Long-Term Care and/or Skilled Nursing experience is required.
• A minimum of one year of relevant leadership experience is required. Experience as a Charge Nurse, Assistant Manager, or Manager is welcomed.

• Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community, a part of Avera Health, is a non-profit nursing & retirement community offering a full continuum of care (independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation).
• Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community has 81 beds and is located in Aberdeen, South Dakota, near Manor Park.
• Avera’s mission is to make a positive impact in the lives and health of persons and communities by providing quality services guided by Christian values.
• They have received multiple awards including “Best Nursing Home” and “Top Nursing Home” by Elder Guide. In 2024, they also received a long-term care technology grant to further innovation initiatives.

• Aberdeen, South Dakota, is located approximately three hours from Sioux Falls. Aberdeen is a regional hub with strong sectors including agriculture and manufacturing, offering economic resilience.
• Aberdeen offers a rich arts scene with organizations and venues such as the Aberdeen Community Theatre, Northern State University’s Johnson Fine Arts Center, the Aberdeen Area Arts Council, and the K.O. Lee Public Library hosting events.
• Family-friendly attractions include Storybook Land in Wylie Park, the Dacotah Prairie Museum, and the ARCC (Aberdeen Recreation & Cultural Center).
• Annual events and community festivals include “Arts in the Park,” Winterfest, Storybook Land Festival, and the Brown County Fair.

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The third largest city in South Dakota, Aberdeen is a vibrant community with entertainment, dining, outdoors, and sports options. Local arts and theatre opportunities are prominent, with nearby venues and events noted in the description above.

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