Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing (DON)

Linden Place Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation | North Carolina
Position Type: Full-Time

About Linden Place Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation

Linden Place Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is part of a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers dedicated to providing exceptional, resident-centered care. Our team is committed to creating a quality-focused environment where compassion, teamwork, and excellence guide everything we do.

We believe great care begins with great leadership. If you are a passionate nursing professional who thrives on supporting teams, improving outcomes, and creating a positive environment for residents and staff, we invite you to join our team.

Position Overview

The Director of Nursing (DON) is a key leader responsible for overseeing the nursing department and ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, resident-centered care. The ideal candidate is an experienced and compassionate registered nurse with strong clinical knowledge, leadership abilities, and administrative expertise.

This role requires a dedicated professional who can inspire and support nursing staff, drive quality initiatives, maintain regulatory compliance, and foster a culture of excellence throughout the facility.

What You’ll Do

• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight for all nursing personnel, including Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and nursing support staff

• Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing department goals, objectives, and long-term strategies

• Oversee staffing processes to ensure appropriate coverage and quality resident care

• Coordinate nursing operations, admissions, and resident care procedures

• Establish and maintain policies and procedures that promote regulatory compliance and high-quality care standards

• Monitor department performance, budgets, and resource utilization

• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions to address challenges and deficiencies

• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with clinical and operational requirements

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and facility leadership to improve resident outcomes and overall operations

• Serve as a clinical leader, mentor, and resource for nursing staff

• Communicate effectively with leadership regarding nursing department performance and initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Director of Nursing or nursing leadership role within a skilled nursing or long-term care setting

• Active nursing license in good standing

• Current CPR certification

• Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, compliance standards, and best practices

• Experience with nursing operations, staffing, quality improvement, and regulatory readiness

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to mentor, motivate, and develop nursing teams

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Commitment to providing exceptional resident-centered care

Why Join Linden Place Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation?

At Linden Place, we are committed to creating a workplace where leaders are supported, employees are valued, and residents receive the highest standard of care. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by leading a dedicated nursing team and helping shape the future of resident care within our community.

Join a team where your experience, leadership, and compassion are truly valued.

Apply today and become a leader at Linden Place Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation!