Director of Nursing (DON)
Northern Nevada State Veterans Home (NNSVH) | Sparks/Reno, NV
*Relocation Assistance Available*
Lead clinical excellence for the men and women who served our country.
The Northern Nevada State Veterans Home (NNSVH), operated by Health Dimensions Group under contract with the Nevada Department of Veterans Services, is seeking an experienced and mission-driven Director of Nursing to lead clinical operations at our modern skilled nursing and long-term care community in Sparks, NV.
This is an opportunity to join a respected organization serving veterans and their families while leading and developing a dedicated nursing team in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
Why Join NNSVH?
Mission-driven work serving veterans and their families
Beautiful, modern skilled nursing community
Backed by Health Dimensions Group, a national leader in senior living and post-acute care
Collaborative leadership environment with operational and clinical support
Northern Nevada lifestyle with close access to Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada
Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
Position Summary
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Nursing will oversee all nursing and clinical services within the facility, ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and strong staff leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and direct all nursing and clinical services within the facility
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Lead staffing, scheduling, hiring, onboarding, and staff development initiatives
Monitor clinical outcomes and drive quality improvement initiatives
Lead QAPI programs, audits, plans of correction, and survey readiness efforts
Partner with leadership, physicians, pharmacy consultants, and regulatory agencies
Foster a culture centered on dignity, teamwork, safety, and resident-centered care
Support infection control and clinical best practices across the organization
Qualifications
Active RN license in good standing (Nevada license or ability to obtain required)
Minimum 1-2 years of nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing, post-acute, or long-term care settings
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required
Strong knowledge of state and federal survey processes and long-term care regulations
Experience leading teams, managing staffing, and driving clinical compliance
CPR certification required
Experience with PointClickCare preferred
Ability to participate in leadership on-call rotation, including evenings/weekends as needed
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: $104,000 - $151,800 annually DOE
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus
Annual Bonus Eligibility
Relocation Assistance Available
About Health Dimensions Group
Health Dimensions Group is a national leader in senior living and post-acute care, providing operational, clinical, and consulting expertise to communities across the country.
Northern Nevada State Veterans Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer.