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Director of Nursing
- WesleyLife (Pella, IA)
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Description
Join WesleyLife and Help Revolutionize the Aging Experience!
WesleyLife is revolutionizing the experience of aging by challenging the stigma that aging means decline and promoting the idea that life transitions are opportunities for growth and purpose. Come be a part of the revolution!
About the Role: Director of Nursing
As a Director of Nursing, you’ll play a key role in supporting the health, happiness, and daily experience of the residents at Hearthstone in Pella.
As a Director of Nursing, you will:
+ **Lead and manage nursing department operations** , ensuring compliance with long-term care regulations and high-quality service delivery.
+ **Promote a resident-centered care environment** , fostering independence and personalized care through team coaching and relationship-building.
+ **Ensure clinical excellence and continuity of care** , collaborating with other health service directors and overseeing care planning and coordination.
+ **Drive team development and performance** , leading hiring, onboarding, training, and ongoing coaching to support a high-performing team.
+ **Monitor departmental efficiency and outcomes** , managing staffing, safety, budgeting, and reporting to leadership on improvements and results.
Qualifications:
+ **Licensed RN in Iowa** , with a degree from an accredited School of Nursing
+ **3–5 years of leadership experience** in geriatric nursing administration required
+ **Strong knowledge of regulations and clinical standards** , with expertise in compliance and quality assurance
+ **Proven ability to lead change** , advocate for resident-directed care, and collaborate across internal and external teams
Community Location:** **1742 Main St, Pella, IA 50219
What We Offer
We know a great career is about more than just a paycheck — it's about belonging, growth, and making a difference. At WesleyLife, we provide:
Compensation & Flexibility:
+ DailyPay Access: Get paid when you need it — instantly access your earnings before payday
+ Flexible Scheduling: We work with your needs and schedule
Health & Wellness:
+ Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k).
+ Free wellness center memberships and cash incentives for healthy habits
+ Voluntary benefits including life, accident, and critical illness coverage
Education & Career Growth:
+ Scholarship Assistance: Up to $3,000/year
+ Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year
+ Educational Discounts: 18% off tuition at Purdue University Global
+ Ongoing leadership training and development pathways
Extra Perks:
+ Referral Bonus Program — bring your friends and earn rewards
+ Recognition and appreciation programs that highlight your impact
+ A workplace culture that prioritizes respect, teamwork, and support
**_Hearthstone, located in the heart of Pella, Iowa, is a WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living_** offering a comprehensive range of services including independent living, assisted living, memory support, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term nursing care across three distinct campuses. Embracing a ministry approach, Hearthstone focuses on enhancing residents' lives through engagement, respect, compassion, and joy. We feature an award-winning household model with 16 residents in each home engaging with one another and our greater community. With a commitment to community integration and celebrating the wisdom of aging, Hearthstone invites residents to live purposefully and enjoy a true sense of family and home.
Why Choose WesleyLife?
At WesleyLife, you're not just starting a job — you're joining a purpose-driven community where your well-being, growth, and impact truly matter. With nearly 80 years of excellence in serving older adults, we empower our team members to thrive while making meaningful connections and changing lives every day.
WesleyLife is proud to be recognized as one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work by WeCare Connect! We’re committed to a workplace where every team member is seen, heard, and appreciated.
Ready to Make a Difference?
We’re excited to meet people who share our passion for service, wellness, and community.
Apply today and help us continue to revolutionize the aging experience — the WesleyLife Way.
WesleyLife believes in welcoming all people to our team and is an equal opportunity employer. Because of our commitment to your health and well-being, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-hire health assessment, drug screen, and tobacco screen prior to beginning employment
Qualifications
Licenses & Certifications
Required
+ Registered Nurse
Experience
Required
+ 3-5 years: Leadership experience in geriatric nursing administration required
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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