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Contract - Director of Nursing (interim DON) - Up to $156,000/YR!
Posted: 06/27/2025
2025-06-27
2025-08-11
Employment Type:
Travel
Job Category: Executive
Job Number: 147797
Job Description
Interim Director of Nursing – Critical Access Hospital
St. Francis, KS
Connected Health Care, a premier recruitment and staffing firm, is actively seeking a seasoned and results-driven Interim Director of Nursing (DON) for a respected critical access hospital near St. Francis, Kansas. This is a key leadership opportunity ideal for a nurse executive who thrives in rural healthcare environments and is ready to make an immediate impact.
Position Overview:
As Interim Director of Nursing, you will oversee all clinical nursing operations across the hospital. You will lead and support staff, drive regulatory compliance, ensure high standards of patient care, and help guide departmental strategy. This is an exceptional opportunity for a candidate with extensive leadership experience to bring stability, direction, and excellence to a small but vital rural healthcare facility.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide leadership and oversight to nursing staff and clinical operations
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Ensure adherence to quality standards, safety protocols, and regulatory guidelines
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Collaborate with executive leadership on hospital-wide strategic initiatives
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Lead staffing, budgeting, and resource allocation for nursing services
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Mentor and develop nursing supervisors and team leads
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Champion a culture of compassionate, patient-centered care
Position Details:
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Schedule: Monday–Friday
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Setting: Critical Access Hospital
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Type: Interim/Contract Position
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Start Date: Mid-June 2025
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Duration: Temporary with potential for permanent conversion
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Housing is paid for in full by facility!
Required Qualifications:
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Active RN license (Kansas or compact)
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Minimum 5 years of leadership experience as a DON or Service Line Director in a small hospital or critical access setting
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Proven track record of team development, operational efficiency, and regulatory readiness
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Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills
Why Choose Connected Health Care?
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Competitive compensation and travel package
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Housing assistance and relocation support
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Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment
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Opportunity to drive meaningful change in rural healthcare
About the Area – St. Francis, Kansas:
Nestled in northwest Kansas, St. Francis offers a quiet, affordable lifestyle with a low cost of living and minimal traffic—perfect for those seeking work-life balance. Enjoy wide open spaces, local parks, and nearby hunting and fishing opportunities. Plus, Denver is only a few hours away, giving you easy access to big-city amenities, shopping, and weekend getaways to the Rocky Mountains.
This is your chance to lead with purpose in a community that values high-quality healthcare and strong leadership. Make your next move count—apply today to be considered for this impactful opportunity.
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Contract - Director of Nursing (interim DON) - Up to $156,000/YR!
Job Description
Interim Director of Nursing – Critical Access Hospital
St. Francis, KS
Connected Health Care, a premier recruitment and staffing firm, is actively seeking a seasoned and results-driven Interim Director of Nursing (DON) for a respected critical access hospital near St. Francis, Kansas. This is a key leadership opportunity ideal for a nurse executive who thrives in rural healthcare environments and is ready to make an immediate impact.
Position Overview:
As Interim Director of Nursing, you will oversee all clinical nursing operations across the hospital. You will lead and support staff, drive regulatory compliance, ensure high standards of patient care, and help guide departmental strategy. This is an exceptional opportunity for a candidate with extensive leadership experience to bring stability, direction, and excellence to a small but vital rural healthcare facility.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Provide leadership and oversight to nursing staff and clinical operations
-
Ensure adherence to quality standards, safety protocols, and regulatory guidelines
-
Collaborate with executive leadership on hospital-wide strategic initiatives
-
Lead staffing, budgeting, and resource allocation for nursing services
-
Mentor and develop nursing supervisors and team leads
-
Champion a culture of compassionate, patient-centered care
Position Details:
-
Schedule: Monday–Friday
-
Setting: Critical Access Hospital
-
Type: Interim/Contract Position
-
Start Date: Mid-June 2025
-
Duration: Temporary with potential for permanent conversion
-
Housing is paid for in full by facility!
Required Qualifications:
-
Active RN license (Kansas or compact)
-
Minimum 5 years of leadership experience as a DON or Service Line Director in a small hospital or critical access setting
-
Proven track record of team development, operational efficiency, and regulatory readiness
-
Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills
Why Choose Connected Health Care?
-
Competitive compensation and travel package
-
Housing assistance and relocation support
-
Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment
-
Opportunity to drive meaningful change in rural healthcare
About the Area – St. Francis, Kansas:
Nestled in northwest Kansas, St. Francis offers a quiet, affordable lifestyle with a low cost of living and minimal traffic—perfect for those seeking work-life balance. Enjoy wide open spaces, local parks, and nearby hunting and fishing opportunities. Plus, Denver is only a few hours away, giving you easy access to big-city amenities, shopping, and weekend getaways to the Rocky Mountains.
This is your chance to lead with purpose in a community that values high-quality healthcare and strong leadership. Make your next move count—apply today to be considered for this impactful opportunity.