--- title: Director Nursing, DON at PainPoint in Palatine, IL description: PainPoint is hiring for the Director Nursing, DON role in Palatine, IL. Pays $90K–$110K per year. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/director-nursing-don-at-painpointhealth-01a11d1d-173f-7b7d-b83f-52a817f9503f date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join PainPoint as Director Nursing, DON in Palatine, IL. Pays $90K–$110K per year. Full-time role. Requires 2+ years of experience. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/wnduu8.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | PainPoint | | **Location** | Palatine, IL | | **Salary** | $90K/yr - $110K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 08, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for PainPoint. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for PainPoint. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $84,000 – $110,000 a year (median $92,000). ## Description ![](https://assets.jazz.co/customers/customer_20240119131257_4COXJILAJPNAPGL2/layout/20260702163241-ipsi%20logo.png) **Director of Nursing Full-Time | $90,000-$110,000/year | Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM Location:** Barrington, IL 60010 **About Illinois Pain & Spine Institute** Illinois Pain & Spine Institute (IPSI) is Illinois' largest interventional pain practice, serving patients for more than 25 years across the Chicago area. Our award-winning physicians specialize in advanced, minimally invasive pain treatments designed to restore mobility and improve quality of life. **Why Join Us?** - Lead nursing and clinical operations in a respected surgical setting - Work alongside experienced physicians and healthcare professionals - Help maintain high standards for patient safety, quality, and compliance - Support staff development and a collaborative team culture - Make a direct impact on patient care and surgical center operations **Position Summary** We are seeking a Director of Nursing to oversee daily nursing and clinical operations at our Barrington location. This position provides leadership for staffing, scheduling, employee development, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, infection prevention, and facility safety. **Key Responsibilities** - Direct and supervise staff while ensuring appropriate staffing and scheduling - Oversee employee orientation, training, competencies, and ongoing development - Monitor patient complaints, incidents, and quality improvement initiatives - Maintain compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, and applicable regulatory standards - Oversee infection prevention programs, policies, surveillance, and staff education - Manage life safety programs, safety drills, policies, and required documentation - Oversee radiation safety requirements, including monitoring equipment and staff compliance - Ensure required quality, safety, infection control, and regulatory reports are completed - Promote a positive, collaborative environment among staff and physicians - Participate in quality, safety, infection control, and staff meetings - Maintain required records, logs, policies, and training documentation - Perform other duties as assigned **Qualifications Required** - Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of clinical experience, or equivalent education and experience - Current BLS and ACLS certifications - Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills - Knowledge of healthcare regulations, medical terminology, and clinical practices - Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook - Ability to maintain a safe, compliant, and professional patient-care environment **Preferred** - Infection Preventionist certification - Experience in a surgery center, ambulatory care, or similar healthcare setting - Experience with quality improvement and regulatory compliance programs **Benefits** - Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - HSA & Health Management Tools - Paid Time Off (PTO) & Company-Paid Holidays - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Life & AD&D Insurance - Short-Term Disability Insurance - Accident Insurance - Travel Assistance Program - ID-Theft Protection Services - Employee Discount Program - Bonusly Employee Recognition & Rewards - DailyPay - Access Your Pay When You Need It **Join Our Team** If you're an experienced nursing leader ready to oversee clinical operations and help maintain exceptional standards for patient safety, quality, and compliance, we'd love to hear from you. ***Apply today to join Illinois Pain & Spine Institute!***   **An Equal Opportunity Employer** We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. 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