Director of Nursing (DON) | Assisted Living at American Baptist Homes of the Midwest – Albert Lea, Minnesota

Start a meaningful career as the Assisted Living Director of Nursing (DON) at Thorne Crest Senior Living in Albert Lea, MN!

Lead with Purpose. Care with Heart.
Step into a vital leadership role where your clinical expertise, compassion, and dedication directly shape the resident experience. As the Director of Nursing at Thone Crest, you’ll champion high-quality care, support your clinical teams, and cultivate a collaborative, resident-focused culture.

People First: Build meaningful relationships with residents, families, and care teamsCompetitive Pay: $85,000-$100,000/yrSchedule: Full-time roleSupportive Team Environment: We value our caregivers just as much as our residentsGrowth Opportunities: Access to training, leadership development, and career advancementFast Hiring Process: Apply today and receive a response within 48 hours

• Direct and oversee assisted living and memory care operations, including staffing, budgeting, and resource management
• Develop and implement comprehensive staffing plans to ensure safe, adequate coverage aligned with resident acuity and care needs
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and performance management for licensed and unlicensed nursing staff
• Establish, maintain, and enforce nursing policies, procedures, and evidence-based practices in compliance with regulations
• Lead quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives to enhance resident outcomes and operational effectiveness
• Ensure regulatory compliance and serve as a primary contact during surveys, audits, and investigations
• Collaborate with leadership, providers, families, and external partners to support coordinated, resident-centered care
• Promote infection control, safety, and risk management practices across the community
• Respond to on-call clinical concerns and emergent situations, providing direct care support as needed
• Foster an ethical, respectful, and team-oriented culture that upholds resident dignity, comfort, and well-being

• Must be 18 years or older
• Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English
• Active, unencumbered RN license in applicable state(s)
• BSN preferred
• 5+ years nursing leadership experience; DON/ADON preferred
• Experience in gerontological and restorative care

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) with Discretionary Employer Match
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.