Director of Nursing (DON)

Laurel Healthcare Co - Salisbury, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Salisbury, NC

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Laurels of Salisbury is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead and manage the nursing department. This role involves planning, coordinating, and overseeing nursing care and services for residents, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with regulations. The DON will supervise nursing staff, including registered nurses, licensed vocational/practical nurses, and STNA/CNAs, while fostering a collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and perform resident rounds to monitor and evaluate the quality and appropriateness of nursing care.
• Ensure proper charting and documentation of care and medications and treatments.
• Recommend to the administrator the number and levels of nursing personnel to be employed.
• Participate in the budget process of the facility and maintain nursing supply, equipment, and nurse staffing budgets.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable managed care, Medicare, and state Medicaid regulations, reimbursement systems, and methodology.
• Participate in the Quality Assurance Performance Improvement program, making necessary improvements to processes based on quality assurance data.

Requirements

• RN license in the state.
• Director of Nursing, management or supervisor experience in long-term care, restorative or geriatric nursing.
• Maintains current CPR certification.

Nice-to-haves

• Additional certification in nursing specialty desired.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance - medical, dental, and vision.
• 401K with matching funds.
• DailyPay, a voluntary benefit for accessing pay when needed.
• Paid time off (beginning after six months of employment) and paid holidays.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness.
• Free CNA/STNA certification.
• Zero cost uniforms.
• Legacy, a virtual community and rewards & recognitions program.