Du Quoin Nursing & Rehabilitation
Du Quoin, Illinois
Important Notice
This position is open to Registered Nurses (RNs) only. If you are not a Registered Nurse, please explore our other career opportunities.
Outstanding Directors of Nursing are more than managers—they're leaders who inspire teams, improve clinical outcomes, and create a culture where residents receive exceptional care.
Du Quoin Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing department. This is an opportunity to join a facility with a strong census, supportive ownership, and an experienced leadership team committed to clinical excellence. We're looking for a leader who wants to mentor staff, strengthen quality outcomes, and make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents.
Compensation-
Competitive Salary: Negotiable Based on Experience
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$20,000 Sign-On Bonus (Paid over one year)
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$20,000 Sign-On Bonus
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Stable census
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Strong administrative support
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Collaborative leadership team
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Opportunity to build and mentor an outstanding nursing team
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Facility committed to quality improvement
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Leadership autonomy with corporate support
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Long-term career growth within an expanding organization
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BCBS Insurance Plans
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401(k)
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Vacation
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PLAWA
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And More!
As the Director of Nursing, you will provide strategic and clinical leadership for the Nursing Department while ensuring exceptional resident care, regulatory compliance, staff development, and operational excellence. You will work alongside an engaged leadership team that values communication, accountability, and collaboration.
Responsibilities-
Direct all nursing operations
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Lead, mentor, and develop nursing leadership and frontline staff
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Ensure survey readiness and regulatory compliance
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Improve clinical outcomes and quality measures
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Oversee staffing, scheduling, recruitment, and retention
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Develop future nursing leaders through coaching and education
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Collaborate with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary teams
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Manage departmental budgets and clinical resources
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Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license
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Previous Director of Nursing or nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing or long-term care
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Strong knowledge of state and federal regulations
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Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
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Passion for developing people and improving resident outcomes
We're looking for someone who wants to build something they're proud of—someone who believes great leadership means supporting employees, holding teams accountable, and creating an environment where residents receive exceptional care every day.
If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and lead the future of nursing at Du Quoin Nursing & Rehabilitation!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Previous Director of Nursing or nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing or long-term care
- Strong knowledge of state and federal regulations
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Experience managing staffing, scheduling, recruitment, and retention
- Ability to manage departmental budgets and clinical resources
- Passion for developing people and improving resident outcomes
What We Do
WLC Management Firm, LLC is a professional management company specializing in the oversight and administration of elder care and rehabilitation facilities. Based in Southern Illinois, the firm manages and staffs numerous nursing and rehab centers, leveraging extensive experience in nursing and administration to provide high-quality long-term living care. They focus on ensuring the efficient operation and staffing of skilled nursing facilities throughout the region.
