Director of Nursing
Miller, SD
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an interim Director of Nursing to provide leadership in a post-acute long-term care setting during a management transition, requiring an active Nursing Home Administrator license and prior LTC administration experience.

Details

• Post-acute long-term care (LTC) facility setting within the RNC unit
• Interim leadership role covering DON duties during a management transition, including working the floor to cover shifts as needed
• Day shift schedule with 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week
• Uses Point Click Care (PCC) as the charting system

Requirements

• Active SD or compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of experience required for the role
• 2 solid years of experience as a long-term care administrator required
• Bachelor's degree required, with preference for a Health Care Administration degree
• Current Nursing Home Administrator's license issued by the state of practice required
• Active member of a Christian church
• Strong financial understanding and general knowledge of reimbursement practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage conflict and embrace workplace diversity
• Understanding of state and federal regulations and statutes governing long-term care
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire

Additional Information

• Oversee overall leadership and management of the facility, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational stability
• Direct infection prevention and control activities, including assigning responsibility and providing necessary resources
• Lead and maintain a culture of safety, including scheduled inspections and corrective actions
• Ensure resident rights are protected and HIPAA compliance is maintained
• Oversee the Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program, including leading monthly QAPI committee meetings and reviewing improvement initiatives
• Supervise assigned employees, including hiring, training, performance management, and addressing complaints
• Travel to the facility location required
• Candidates must reside within an 80-mile radius of the facility, with local candidates accepted at a lower rate
• First-time travelers may be considered for this role