Director of Nursing (DON)

NeuLife • Hammond, LA

14d • Onsite

About The Position

NeuLife Rehabilitation of Louisiana is seeking a dedicated, experienced, and compassionate Registered Nurse to lead and oversee nursing services at its Hammond, Louisiana location. The Director of Nursing oversees nursing operations, medication management, staff training, clinical documentation, regulatory compliance, infection prevention, and clients’ overall health and safety. The role collaborates with the Program Administrator, Director of Rehabilitation, Case Management, and other interdisciplinary team members to support client wellness, rehabilitation, and individualized treatment goals.

The Director provides leadership, supervision, mentoring, and training to nursing personnel and designated staff; oversees nursing services and client assessments and care plans; monitors clients’ health and coordinates care with healthcare providers and the interdisciplinary team. The role also ensures medication systems and clinical records are managed properly, protects confidential information, and supports compliance with applicable regulations, accreditation standards, and company policies.

Additional duties include supporting quality improvement and safety initiatives, monitoring infection prevention and control, conducting or coordinating drills, participating in clinical meetings and audits, and helping develop staff orientation and ongoing education. The Director serves on the Emergency Preparedness Team and may be directed to remain at the program or assist with client transportation during emergencies, consistent with applicable procedures and requirements. The position includes participation in an established nursing on-call rotation, providing coverage for nursing-related concerns 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Requirements

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid for practice in Louisiana.
• Knowledge of medication management, clinical documentation, infection prevention, client safety, and quality assurance.
• Familiarity with HIPAA, Louisiana healthcare regulations, and applicable CARF accreditation standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to train, supervise, and motivate staff while maintaining professional boundaries and accountability.
• Ability to respond to nursing-related concerns and participate in an established on-call rotation.
• Ability to support emergency preparedness and meet the essential requirements of the position, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Previous nursing leadership, supervisory, or management experience.
• Experience in rehabilitation, behavioral health, residential care, long-term care, or a related healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Uphold NeuLife Rehabilitation of Louisiana’s vision, mission, values, and objectives.
• Provide professional leadership, supervision, mentoring, and training to nursing personnel and other designated staff.
• Maintain knowledge of company programs, services, and ancillary resources.
• Oversee nursing services and ensure staff follow job descriptions, policies, procedures, and professional standards.
• Provide on-call nursing support for medication management and nursing-related concerns according to the established coverage and backup rotation schedule.
• Conduct admission nursing assessments and subsequent assessments according to client needs and applicable regulations and company policy, including monthly assessments where required.
• Participate in developing, implementing, reviewing, and updating individualized assessments, treatment goals, care plans, and discharge plans.
• Monitor clients’ health status and coordinate with physicians, healthcare providers, rehabilitation professionals, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Oversee medication administration systems, records, treatment schedules, medication storage, inventory, and medication control procedures.
• Ensure medications and treatments comply with Louisiana laws and regulations, healthcare provider orders, professional nursing standards, and company policies.
• Ensure physician orders, progress notes, and other required medical documentation are completed, signed, and maintained within applicable timeframes.
• Review client records daily with the Program Administrator to identify deficiencies and promote compliance.
• Complete and maintain nursing notes, assessments, incident reports, clinical forms, charting, studies, and other required records accurately and promptly.
• Monitor clinical documentation for accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and confidentiality, and ensure client information is disclosed only to authorized individuals.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Louisiana Department of Health requirements, state licensing rules, federal regulations, HIPAA, CARF standards where applicable, and company policies and procedures.
• Monitor nursing personnel, client care practices, and facility conditions to maintain a clean, sanitary, orderly, and safe environment.
• Conduct periodic inspections of client equipment to verify proper operation, cleanliness, and safety.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating quality improvement initiatives, safety programs, and clinical policies.
• Implement and monitor infection prevention and control procedures, including surveillance and reporting of communicable diseases and hazardous conditions.
• Conduct or coordinate safety, fire, and elopement drills across shifts with Life Skills Supervisors and the Program Administrator.
• Immediately submit incident reports to the Program Administrator and provide timely documentation and notification to the designated management representative when the Administrator is unavailable.
• Participate in clinical meetings, team conferences, utilization reviews, infection control activities, audits, trainings, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Program Administrator and Director of Rehabilitation to develop and deliver new employee orientation and ongoing staff education.
• Train, guide, and support Life Skills Supervisors and Life Skills Technicians on health, wellness, safety, and related client care responsibilities.
• Work with management and supervisory personnel to provide operational backup when staffing shortages, absences, or other program needs arise.
• Promote communication, teamwork, accountability, and professional conduct throughout the organization.
• Participate in professional and family tours as requested and help train staff to conduct tours appropriately.
• Follow the established chain of command and maintain professional working relationships with clients, families, staff, and community partners.
• Serve on the Emergency Preparedness Team and fulfill assigned emergency response responsibilities.
• Participate in emergency preparedness planning, training, drills, and implementation of emergency procedures.
• Report to and remain at the program during hurricanes, disasters, or other crises when directed by management and when client health or safety may be at risk, subject to applicable procedures and instructions.
• Assist with client transportation during emergencies when directed and authorized, consistent with company policy, applicable law, vehicle insurance requirements, and safe transportation procedures.
• Coordinate with management and team members to protect client health, safety, and continuity of care during emergencies.

Benefits

• Full medical benefits
• 401(k)
• Competitive annual salary of $68,000–$90,000, based on qualifications and experience
• Opportunity to lead and develop a dedicated nursing team
• Meaningful work supporting client rehabilitation, wellness, safety, and quality of life
• Collaborative work environment focused on clinical excellence and professional accountability
• Opportunity to contribute to program development, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary care

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed