DIRECTOR OF NURSING
WINCHESTER HOUSE, LAKE COUNTY, IL

Director of Nursing for Winchester House in Lake County, IL, located between Chicago and Milwaukee in the northeast corner of the state. Winchester House has been providing long-term health care for the residents of Lake County for over 150 years. Its name has become synonymous with excellent care and a model for skilled nursing homes. Currently Winchester House has 240 occupied beds in it’s facility, which offers 24-hour skilled nursing and intermediate care, in-patient rehabilitation, including physical, occupational and speech therapy, as well as specialized care for individuals with Alzheimers/Dementia. We are seeking a unique and talented Director of Nursing who embodies the "Person-Centered Care" philosophy, is a visionary who can lead change, and models high quality patient care to our staff. The qualified candidate will be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN required), with a valid state RN license and three years of management experience as a DON, ADON or equivalent supervisory nursing experience. Long-term care experience is preferred. Excellent organizational and inter-personal, communication and team-building skills are required. In addition, must have an inter-disciplinary approach to problem solving, a sound financial background and strong clinical skills. Knowledge of Restorative Services, MDS and Reimbursement issues is desirable. Salary is very competitive (dependent upon qualifications and experience) with an extremely attractive benefits and retirement package offered.