Director of Nursing | DON | RN
Company : Tuteria Senior Living & Health Care
Location : Deatsville, AL
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Job Description
Director of Nursing | DON | RN
Charlton Place Rehabilitation and Health Care Center
Sign On Bonus: $15,000.00
Are you a Director of Nursing | DON seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further! Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is seeking health care rockstars to join our team! If you are dedicated and compassionate, WE WANT YOU!
Tutera Senior Living & Health Care supports our Nurse Leaders by providing:
- A superior DON mentorship program to empower you to take ownership of your personal and professional development, improve quality of care, and immerse yourself in a culture of learning
- Tuition reimbursement to support your clinical expertise and leadership skills development
- A network of professionals to assist and guide you in your new role
- A 5-Star DON Orientation Program consisting of welcome gifts, in person training with the Regional Nurse, virtual leadership training with CEU opportunities by senior nurse management, and more
What Will You Do in This Role?
As a Director of Nursing | DON | RN, you will be responsible for the administration and management of Nursing Services to residents in accordance with orders of the physicians and the total needs of the residents. You will also be responsible for 24-hour supervision of Nursing Services and directing the Nursing Department to maintain quality standards of care. In the absence of the Administrator, you will assume responsibility for center operations.
Do You Have What It Takes?
- A fire and passion for working with seniors
- A flexible, fun, and energetic personality
- Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state in which you are practicing
- Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing school preferred
- Prior experience in a LTC/SNF/AL/MC setting required
- Two years of experience in a nurse supervisory role required
- Professional image in both appearance and behavior
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Why is Tutera THE Employer of Choice?
- Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is guided by one single purpose: To live the YOUNITE philosophy in every decision, every day. Based on genuine respect, YOUNITE is how we get to know residents and team members on a personal level. By asking about our employees’ and residents’ unique needs and preferences, we actively listen and then deliver. Do you want to work for a company where you are the driving force behind every decision made?
- Tutera offers stability; our family-owned company was founded in 1985!
- Tutera offers a competitive starting wage and amazing benefits! We take care of you so you can be a rockstar at work and at home!
- Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is dedicated to growing and developing our Tutera rockstars. Through Tutera University, every employee has the opportunity to learn new skills and become the best health care rockstar they can be!
Apply today and let us show you how we are inspired by you.
Equal Opportunity Employer. The wage and benefit information provided in this listing is subject to change. Benefits eligibility criteria must be met to enroll in available benefits.
Benefits
How Can You Benefit?
- Advanced Pay
- Financial Literacy Classes
- Employee Assistance Program offering Mental Health Resources, Legal Guidance, Financial Information, and more!
- Child Care Discount
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) for Eligible Locations
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Exclusive Tutera Perks
- Tutera University
- Advancement Opportunities
Job ID
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Frequently asked questions
In Alabama, certifications like Certified Director of Nursing Administration (CDONA) or certifications in geriatric care enhance a DON's credentials. These qualifications align well with long-term care settings and show commitment to quality nursing leadership, which is highly regarded by employers such as Tuteria Senior Living & Health Care.
Tuteria Senior Living offers structured mentorship and leadership training through Tutera University, enabling DONs to refine clinical and managerial skills. This focus on professional growth helps nursing directors pursue higher leadership roles or specialty nursing education, fostering long-term career development within the company.
Directors of Nursing in Deatsville navigate rural healthcare dynamics, including staffing shortages and resource limitations. Balancing personalized elder care with regulatory compliance requires adaptive leadership and community engagement, making local knowledge and flexibility essential for success in this role.
Tuteria emphasizes a personalized leadership approach through its YouNite philosophy, fostering genuine connections between DONs, residents, and staff. This culture encourages nurse leaders to make resident-centered decisions, blending compassion with operational excellence unique to the company’s long-standing family-owned values.
While Deatsville’s healthcare market is smaller, demand for skilled DONs remains steady due to an aging population and expanding senior care facilities. Compared to urban centers, competition can be less intense, offering nursing leaders greater opportunities for impactful roles and community influence.
Directors of Nursing oversee comprehensive clinical operations, regulatory compliance, and multidisciplinary coordination, while Assistant DONs focus on supporting these functions and staff supervision. The DON is ultimately accountable for quality care standards, staffing decisions, and strategic nursing initiatives.
Degrees such as a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or a Master’s in Healthcare Administration amplify leadership effectiveness in senior care settings. Supplementing clinical expertise with education in management prepares DONs to navigate complex regulatory and operational challenges effectively.
The $15,000 sign-on bonus complements a competitive starting salary typically ranging from $90,000 to $110,000 annually in Deatsville, reflecting regional market rates for experienced nursing directors. Benefits and bonuses together make Tuteria’s offer attractive within Alabama's senior healthcare sector.
Tuteria’s DON role includes access to an extensive mentorship program and a professional network designed to enhance leadership capabilities. This integration supports continuous learning and peer collaboration, empowering nursing directors to excel in care quality and career advancement.
Tuteria encourages RNs to evolve into DONs through tuition reimbursement and leadership training, facilitating smooth career transitions. The company’s commitment to internal development allows motivated nurses to gain supervisory experience and rise within a stable, family-owned organization.