Director of Nursing – Senior Living Leadership

Location: Northern Virginia
Salary: $110,000 – $150,000 per year + Bonus
Relocation Assistance Available

About the Opportunity

NurseAmerica Healthcare, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare workforce solutions, is seeking an accomplished Director of Nursing on behalf of one of our premier senior living clients. This is a unique opportunity for a compassionate, experienced nurse leader to join a mission-driven organization that treats its residents and team members like family.

Located in the vibrant Washington Metro area, this position offers both professional growth and lifestyle appeal, with access to cultural landmarks, outstanding schools, and some of the East Coast’s most scenic destinations.

Our client’s community is known for its commitment to excellence in senior care, offering a supportive environment that fosters teamwork, innovation, and continuous learning.

Role Summary

As Director of Nursing, you will oversee all nursing operations within a senior living community, ensuring the highest standards of resident care, safety, and compliance. You’ll lead a dedicated nursing team, develop clinical strategies, and maintain excellence across care delivery, staff performance, and regulatory adherence.

This role is ideal for a seasoned RN leader with experience in senior living, assisted living, or skilled nursing settings who thrives in a collaborative, resident-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and evaluate all nursing operations to ensure exceptional resident care and regulatory compliance.
• Assess and approve resident admissions based on clinical appropriateness and care needs.
  Collaborate with physicians, department heads, and interdisciplinary teams to create and maintain individualized care plans.
• Partner with external providers such as pharmacies, hospice, and rehabilitation services to coordinate comprehensive resident care.
• Engage directly with residents and families to address care concerns and promote satisfaction.
• Lead Health Maintenance and Quality Review meetings, ensuring timely updates to service plans and care documentation.
• Oversee medication administration records, treatment logs, and nursing notes for accuracy and compliance.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff performance; foster professional growth and retention.
• Manage departmental budgets, staffing models, and supply inventories to meet care and operational goals.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and local healthcare regulations while maintaining strict confidentiality of resident information.
• Represent the organization in community and professional settings, cultivating strong partnerships and referral relationships.
  
  

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license - Virginia or Compact (required).
• 3+ years of nursing leadership experience in senior living, assisted living, or skilled nursing.
• Thorough knowledge of state and federal regulations governing elder care.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn EMR and medication management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze budgets, staffing metrics, and quality outcomes.
  
  

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Lead within a respected, mission-driven senior living organization.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment where leadership is valued.
• Relocation assistance available to help you transition seamlessly.
• Competitive compensation and full benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with match, tuition assistance, and professional development support.
  
  

Join a community where your leadership makes a direct impact every day. If you’re a seasoned RN ready to lead with compassion and excellence, we invite you to apply.

Apply today to advance your nursing leadership career with NurseAmerica and our premier client.